CPD: A guide to meeting BS 8629

We are delighted to offer a CPD presentation on evacuation planning and the BS 8629 Code of Practice.

Certified by the FIA, the CPD is delivered online by Shaun Scott, Application Engineer – Evacuation Alert Systems.  The module lasts one hour and is free of charge.

It covers the BS 8629:2019+A1:2023 design, installation, commissioning and maintenance of evacuation alert systems for use by fire and rescue services in buildings containing flats – code of practice, including:

 

  • Scope and definitions of BS 8629
  • Evacuation alert zones, sounders, siting of devices
  • Evacuation alert control and indicating equipment
  • Responsibility of the installer
  • Commissioning and handover

On successful completion of the CPD you will receive a certificate from The CPD Certification Service.

The CPD is suitable for consultants, fire risk assessors, installers, fire and rescue service personnel, specifiers, building safety managers, facilities managers and anyone else who needs a better understanding of the requirements of BS 8629. Simply click the link below to choose your date and book your place.


Any queries?

If the dates available aren’t suitable or you’d rather attend in person, please get in touch to discuss hosting a session at your offices.

We recommend this approach for groups of six or more and can also host larger sessions suitable for your whole team. This will give you the chance to ask questions, discuss project-specific examples, and tailor the session to your requirements.

To discuss hosting a session or if you have any queries about this CPD, please contact us at:

evacgo@advancedco.com

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