Technical Bulletin released to support compliant Fire Alarm Zone Plans

Zone Plans play a critical role in helping first responders and ‘Responsible Persons’ to quickly identify the location of an activated fire alarm and, therefore, quickly minimise risks and eradicate delays. This new FIA guidance provides expert advice on how to make sure everything’s right first time.

Developed in line with BS 5839-1, the Technical Bulletin outlines the key principles of effective Zone Plan design. It highlights common compliance pitfalls and offers practical tips to ensure Zone Plans are not only clear and accurate, but also meet industry standards and Best Practice.

Whether you’re a fire safety professional, a building manager or a compliance officer, this guidance is designed to help you improve emergency response times, reduce risk through clear visual information and, importantly, meet regulatory and standards-based requirements.

With clear examples and straightforward advice on offer, this Technical Bulletin is an essential tool for anyone responsible for ensuring that fire detection and alarm systems are fit for purpose.