Certified Fire Alarm Inspection, Testing & Maintenance

Fire alarm systems play a critical role in life safety by detecting fire conditions early, alerting occupants, and enabling emergency response. Proper inspection and testing are essential to ensure systems function correctly at all times.

Otis Fire Protection provides ASTTBC-certified fire alarm inspection, testing, and maintenance services in accordance with ULC-S536 and the BC Fire Code. Our inspections are thorough, documented, and accepted by fire departments and insurance providers.

Fire Alarm System Components We Inspect

Initiating Devices

• Smoke detectors
• Heat detectors
• Beam detectors
• Manual pull stations
• Pressure and tamper switches

Notification & Control Devices

• Horns and bells
• Strobes and horn/strobes
• Annunciators
• Fire alarm control panels

ULC-S536 Fire Alarm Inspection Requirements

Under ULC-S536 and the BC Fire Code, fire alarm systems require regular inspection and testing at monthly, semi-annual, and annual intervals.

• Testing of all initiating devices
• Verification of audible and visual signals
• Battery and power supply testing
• Annunciator and panel functionality checks
• Signal transmission and communicator testing
• Trouble signal simulation and verification
• Emergency phone and monitoring checks

Types of Properties We Service

• Residential buildings (low-rise and high-rise)
• Schools and educational facilities
• Commercial offices and retail buildings
• Shopping centres and plazas
• Industrial and manufacturing facilities
• Remote and specialized facilities

Serving Vancouver & the Lower Mainland

Fire alarm inspection services are available throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, Richmond, Coquitlam, Delta, and surrounding Lower Mainland communities.

We also provide related fire protection services including fire sprinkler inspection services, emergency lighting inspection services, fire extinguisher inspection services, and backflow preventer inspection services.

Why Choose Otis Fire Protection?

• ASTTBC-certified and experienced fire alarm inspectors
• ULC-S536 and BC Fire Code compliant inspection reports
• Comprehensive testing of all system components
• Flexible scheduling and responsive service
• Trusted by commercial, industrial, and residential clients

After the Inspection

Upon completion, you will receive a ULC-S536 compliant inspection report. One copy is stored at the fire alarm control panel as required, and another is provided to the building owner or manager.

Contact us today to schedule monthly, semi-annual, or annual fire alarm inspection services.

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