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YOUR VOICE IN THE AUTOMATIC FIRE SUPPRESSION INDUSTRY

Since 1974 BAFSA has been advocating for the increased use of automatic fire sprinkler and water-based fire suppression systems and continues to work to raise awareness of their role in saving lives and protecting firefighters, property and the environment from fire.

WHAT WE DO

EDUCATE

Help to raise industry competence levels through training and education

promote

Promote the importance of compliance in the sprinkler industry

inform

Educate and inform people about the value of fire sprinklers in an effective fire safety strategy

Our members

Our members install more than 85% of the sprinkler and water mist installations in the UK.  We are dedicated to ensuring that sprinkler systems are installed to the highest professional standards and as a result all BAFSA members must have third party certification.

Members directory

MEMBERS BENEFITS

Free technical advice and support

Should you have any queries in relation to any aspect of sprinkler installation or maintenance you can ask our technical advisor Joe McCafferty. If Joe can't assist he will refer your enquiry to another member of our expert team of advisors.

Exclusive discounts for BAFSA's fully accredited training courses

All members get discounted rates when they enrol for any of BAFSA's fully accredited training course. They also get priority notifcations of new courses, seminars and CPD opportunities available though the BAFSA Training Centre 

Ability to join BAFSA's technical, skills & development and marketing committees

BAFSA has three main committees that meet regularly. They offer an opportunity to have your say on the direction of travel for the association and the industry. The technical committee reviews and advises on all technical aspects of fire sprinklers with respect to UK and EU sprinklers standards, government legislation, LPC rules and third party approval bodies. The skills and development committee's remit is to develop vocational qualifications and training to ensure competency for persons working within the sector. The marketing committee looks at how better to promote the value of fire sprinklers and encourage new entrants to the industry. 

Free entry in the BAFSA Yearbook

All members of BAFSA are automatically offered a listing in the BAFSA Yearbook - which is published every two years. This is an indispensible guide to the sprinkler industry that is distrbuted to building control, housing associations, fire and rescue services, consultants and trade shows relevant to fire safety.

Free entry in the BAFSA online directory

BAFSA members are all listed in our online member directory free of charge. This is where those looking for a third-party certified sprinkler manufacturer or installater come to find them. 

Member only advertising opportunities on the BAFSA website and Sprinkler Focus magazine

As a BAFSA member you are entitled to discounted advertising rates across all BAFSA publications, including Sprinkler Focus, The BAFSA Yearbook and the BAFSA website. To obtain rates and prices email marketing@bafsa.org.uk

Numerous BAFSA organised events, seminars and networking opportunities throughout year

BAFSA holds regular networking and social events throughout the year including the hugely popular BAFSA Challenge Day in June at Mottram Hall in Chesire. A seat at our annual dinner held each November after our AGM is one of the most sought after places in the sprinkler industry calendar.

download our full membership brochure

Download a pdf copy of our full membership brochure to find out why there is no better time to join BAFSA - the UK's leading trade association representing the needs and aims of the fire sprinkler industry.

Types of BAFSA membership

Installer members

These membership grades are based largely on the LPS 1048 grading scheme.

Companies which are listed under the FIRAS or IFCC Domestic and Residential Installer scheme are classified together with LPCB Level 1 installers.

Grades and costs per year (inc of VAT)

  • Level 4 – £3,81
  • Level 3 (inc water mist installers) – £2,550
  • Level 2 – £1,965
  • Level 1 LPS1301/FIRAS/IFC residential scheme members – £1,270

    NB: All prices exclude VAT

Suppliers and manufacturers

Manufacturers of sprinkler heads and water mist heads/nozzles, suppliers/manufacturers of listed components for sprinkler systems and water mist systems.

Costs per annum:

  • Sprinkler head manufacturers – £10,500
  • Suppliers/manufacturers of listed sprinkler/water mist components – £2,100
  • Sprinkler/water mist components – £2,100

    NB: All prices exclude VAT

Associate members

Associate members are made up of the following:

Trade members:

  • Sub-contractors and suppliers of unlisted misc. equipment and services – £640
  • Fire & Rescue services – £220

Organisations:

  • Insurers, BCO’s, consultants etc – £231
  • Individual members not providing products or services or installing systems – £231


    NB: All prices exclude VAT