Fire Safety, Security and Electrical Services for Commercial and Industrial Premises in Hampshire and West Sussex
Commercial and industrial premises cover a wide range of building types and risk profiles - from small offices and business parks to large warehouses, manufacturing facilities and mixed-use developments. What they share is the same legal framework: the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 applies to all of them, the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 requires that electrical systems are maintained safely, and the responsible person must ensure that all fire safety, security and electrical measures are in place, maintained and evidenced.
We provide the full range of fire safety, security and electrical services for commercial and industrial premises across Hampshire and West Sussex - from a small office needing a straightforward fire risk assessment to a large industrial site requiring a comprehensive programme covering fire, security and electrical compliance under one managed contract.
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BAFE SP203-accredited fire alarm installation and maintenance
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Fire risk assessments for all commercial and industrial building types
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SSAIB-certified CCTV, intruder alarms and access control
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NICEIC-approved commercial electrical installation, maintenance and testing
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EICR inspections for commercial and industrial premises
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PAT testing - competitive bulk rates for high appliance counts
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Passive fire protection through Aran Fire Protection - FIRAS-certified
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Fire Safety for Commercial and Industrial Premises
All commercial and industrial premises are subject to the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The responsible person must ensure that adequate fire safety measures are in place, maintained and reviewed regularly - and must be able to demonstrate compliance in the event of an inspection by the fire and rescue authority.
Most commercial office buildings require at least a Category M fire alarm system - manual call points with sounders - as a minimum. Larger or more complex buildings, those with higher occupancy, or those where staff work outside normal hours, will typically require a higher category of automatic detection. The appropriate system for any building is determined by the fire risk assessment. We provide BAFE SP203-accredited fire alarm installation and six-monthly maintenance for commercial premises of all sizes across Hampshire and West Sussex.
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Industrial premises and warehouses present a higher fire risk than most commercial buildings - large volumes of combustible materials, heavy machinery, complex electrical installations and limited supervision across large floor areas. Fire alarm systems for industrial environments must be specified to account for the specific hazards present, the building volume and the response time available for evacuation. Addressable systems are commonly used in larger industrial premises, providing precise location information at the control panel so that staff and emergency services can respond immediately to the correct area.
A fire risk assessment is a legal requirement for all commercial and industrial premises under the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The assessment must be suitable and sufficient for the specific premises - taking into account the building type, its use, the fire hazards present, the number and vulnerability of occupants, and the existing fire safety measures in place. For industrial premises with complex processes or hazardous materials, the fire risk assessment must address those specific risks in detail. We carry out fire risk assessments for commercial and industrial premises across Hampshire and West Sussex, producing written reports with clearly prioritised action plans.
Security Systems for Commercial and Industrial Premises
Commercial and industrial premises are frequently targeted by opportunist theft, organised crime and vandalism. CCTV, intruder alarms and access control work together to deter criminal activity, provide evidence when incidents occur and give management real-time visibility of all areas of the premises. Our SSAIB-certified security installations meet insurer requirements and police response criteria for commercial and industrial premises.
Commercial CCTV coverage of entrances, reception areas, car parks, loading bays and high-value stock or equipment areas provides an effective deterrent and a clear evidential record. For industrial sites with large floor areas, PTZ (pan, tilt, zoom) cameras provide wide-area coverage without the need for a large number of fixed cameras. For multi-site commercial operators, cloud-connected CCTV systems allow centralised management and remote viewing of all sites from a single platform. All our commercial CCTV installations are SSAIB-certified and configured for remote viewing via a mobile app or web portal.
Out-of-hours break-ins are a consistent risk for commercial and industrial premises, particularly those holding valuable stock, equipment or materials overnight. An SSAIB-certified intruder alarm system - with perimeter and internal detection, remote monitoring and keyholding available - provides rapid notification of any unauthorised entry and deters opportunist criminals. Police response to alarm activations in England requires an SSAIB or NSI-certified installer, making accredited installation essential for premises requiring a police response. We provide intruder alarm installation and maintenance for commercial and industrial premises of all sizes.
Access control manages movement between public-facing and restricted areas of commercial premises, and between different zones of industrial sites. Server rooms, plant rooms, stores, cash handling areas and high-security production areas all benefit from controlled access. For larger industrial sites, vehicle gate automation and pedestrian access control at site entrances provides management of who enters the site, when and through which route. We install standalone, networked and cloud-managed access control systems for commercial and industrial premises, with options for key fob, proximity card, PIN and biometric access.
Electrical Compliance for Commercial and Industrial Premises
Commercial and industrial premises are subject to the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989, which require that electrical systems are maintained in a safe condition. For industrial premises with heavy electrical loads, machinery and complex three-phase installations, maintaining electrical compliance is particularly important - both for operational safety and for insurance purposes.
From a straightforward maintenance contract to a complete new installation, our NICEIC-approved commercial electricians provide certified electrical services for commercial and industrial premises across Hampshire and West Sussex. Services cover three-phase power, distribution boards, commercial lighting, energy saving solutions, emergency electrician cover and EV charging installation. All work is NICEIC-approved and certified on completion.
Electrical Installation Condition Reports for commercial premises should be carried out at intervals not exceeding five years under IET guidance. Industrial premises - with higher electrical loads and more demanding operating conditions - often benefit from more frequent inspection. The EICR assesses the condition of the entire fixed electrical installation against BS 7671, identifies any defects requiring attention and confirms whether the installation is satisfactory for continued use. Insurance policies for commercial premises frequently specify a maximum EICR interval as a condition of cover. All our EICR inspections are carried out by NICEIC-approved engineers with full certification on completion.
The Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 require employers to maintain electrical equipment in a safe condition. For commercial premises this covers office IT equipment, kitchen appliances, AV displays and cleaning equipment. For industrial premises, power tools, production machinery and site equipment must also be included - and the frequency of testing should reflect the intensity of use and the consequences of equipment failure. We provide PAT testing for commercial and industrial premises across Hampshire and West Sussex, with competitive bulk rates for high appliance counts and full certification on completion.
Passive Fire Protection for Commercial and Industrial Premises
Passive fire protection - fire compartmentation, fire stopping and fire barriers - is a requirement in all commercial and industrial premises under Building Regulations and the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. In commercial environments, service penetrations are commonly created during fit-outs, refurbishments and ongoing maintenance as new electrical, data and HVAC services are run through compartment walls and floors. These penetrations, if not correctly fire stopped, compromise the building's compartmentation and allow fire to spread rapidly through areas that would otherwise contain it.
For industrial premises with large roof and ceiling voids, correctly installed cavity barriers are particularly important - fire spreading unseen through a large roof void can engulf a significant portion of a building before being detected. The fire risk assessment will identify the passive fire protection requirements for each building and our specialist team carries out the necessary works to meet those requirements.
Passive fire protection works are delivered through our specialist sister company, Aran Fire Protection - FIRAS-certified passive fire protection specialists with over 25 years of experience. Arundel Firecare, Security and Electrical remains your single point of contact.
See our Passive Fire Protection Hub for our full range of passive fire services →
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Frequently Asked Questions
The fire safety measures required for any commercial building are determined by the fire risk assessment. As a starting point, all commercial premises require a fire alarm system appropriate to the size, layout and use of the building, fire extinguishers of the correct type and quantity, emergency lighting on escape routes and fire safety signage. Contact us to arrange a fire risk assessment and we will advise on the specific requirements for your premises.
The IET recommends EICR inspections for commercial premises at intervals not exceeding five years. Industrial premises with higher electrical loads may benefit from more frequent inspection. Insurance policies often specify a maximum interval as a condition of cover. Contact us to arrange an EICR and we will advise on the appropriate inspection interval for your specific premises and use.
Yes. Our engineers cover Hampshire, West Sussex and the South Coast, including Southampton, Portsmouth, Winchester, Eastleigh, Basingstoke, Chichester, Arundel, Worthing, Horsham, Guildford, Dorset and London. Contact us to confirm coverage for your location and arrange a survey.
Commercial and Industrial Fire Safety and Security Across Hampshire and West Sussex
Fire safety, security and electrical compliance for commercial offices, warehouses, factories and industrial premises across Hampshire, West Sussex and the South Coast.
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