Certified Fire Alarm Inspection, Testing & Maintenance

Fire alarm inspection services ensure that fire alarm systems operate reliably, detect fire conditions early, and remain fully compliant with ULC-S536 requirements and the BC Fire Code. Routine inspection and performance testing protect occupants, support emergency response, and help commercial and residential buildings maintain ongoing life-safety compliance.

Our certified inspection and testing program includes complete annual procedures, functional device testing, signal verification, and detailed documentation accepted by fire authorities and insurance providers. Otis Fire Protection provides ASTTBC-certified fire alarm inspection, testing, and maintenance services designed to keep your system inspection-ready and compliant. If you're looking for reliable fire alarm inspection services near you, our licensed inspectors provide thorough testing and documentation 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 routine fire alarm compliance inspection at monthly, semi-annual, and annual fire alarm inspection 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

Commercial Fire Alarm Inspection

We provide commercial fire alarm inspection services for offices, retail buildings, shopping centres, industrial facilities, and multi-unit residential properties requiring documented compliance.

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 & backflow preventer inspection services.

Why Choose Otis Fire Protection?

• ASTTBC-certified and licensed fire alarm inspectors
• ULC-S536 and BC Fire Code compliant inspections
• Comprehensive testing of all system components
• Clear, accurate fire alarm inspection reports
• Trusted by commercial, industrial, and residential clients

After the Inspection

Upon completion, you will receive detailed fire alarm inspection reports that meet ULC-S536 requirements. One copy is stored at the fire alarm control panel as required, and another is provided to the building owner or manager for records.

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

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