The British Security Industry Association has welcomed the new Chief Fire Officers Association policy for the reduction of false fire alarms and unwanted fire signals.
BSIA Technical Director, Alex Carmichael, says: "The new policy, which has been put together in partnership with the BSIA, Fire Industry Association and Telecare Services Association, heralds a fresh commitment from these organisations to the reduction of false fire alarms and unwanted fire signals. It advocates a holistic approach to ensuring a cultural change from the Fire and Rescue Services, the fire industry, the wider business community and the public in the reduction of unwanted fire signals."
"The policy, which has been put together after extensive consultation, should bring real benefits in saving the Fire and Rescue Services the valuable time and resources it takes to respond to false fire alarms. Our members and the other organisations are committed with a spirit of cooperation to ensure that the new policy has a successful outcome and achieves its goals."
The Chief Fire Officers Association policy was launched at Fire and Rescue 2008 in Liverpool on August 27 and has been endorsed by Sir Ken Knight CBE, Chief Fire and Rescue Adviser. It is available to download from www.cfoa.org.uk
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