An evc emergency voice communication system commonly known as a disabled refuge system allows firefighters and staff to communicate, with persons awaiting safe evacuation in refuge areas, during emergency situations. System has been specifically designed to meet the rising demand for fully compliant bs 5839 part 9 disabled refuge systems. Voice communication evc system has been specifically designed to meet the rising demand for fully compliant bs 5839 part 9 disabled refuge systems. Ctec sigtel disabled refuge system discount fire supplies. Take refuge disabled refuge systems bs 5839 part 9 compliance. Master emergency communications fire telephone cfvcm eaton. The term disabled people can also include any person who is unable to safely use an exit route, e. The disabled refuge evc system is used to contact the evacuation organiser to request assistance.
Disabled refuge schematic technical resources eu fire and. Disabled refuge schematic technical resources eu fire. Ctecs sigtel emergency voice communication evc system has been specifically. For example, when a building has to be evacuated in the case of a fire, it becomes difficult for wheelchair users to leave the building via the nearest exit. Sigtel compact emergency voice communication system. Calls can be made to outstations by either dialling the number of the unit or choosing the name for a text dialling directory. The standard is designed to help those who install, maintain and use evc systems, including fire rescue services and those responsible for evacuation plans. The orbital rs8 is an eight way combined disabled refuge and disabled toilet alarm system. Sigtel disabled refuge system top divider current building regulations insist all new nondomestic buildings with more than one storey provide refuge areas relatively safe places where people who cannot easily use fire escapes and evacuation lifts can call for assistance and wait until help arrives. Dau0000082 includes detailed operational information, some of which will. A disabled refuge evc emergency voice communication system is the equipment that provides the means of communication between the disabled refuges and the control room. Evx panels outstations disabled toilet alarms emergency assist call.
Dau0000082 includes detailed operational information, some of which will need to be referred to by the installation engineer when setting up the system. Please click on the pdf below and view the cameo systems ltd specification sheet for the orbital rs16 disabled refuge system. Refuge areas as part of the fire evacuation procedures in university buildings. It enables people who seek assistance to have a constant twoway communication with emergency services from a. Communication systems in refuge areas are known as emergency voice communication evc systems and sigtel is suitable for use in all types of evc application be it a disabled refuge, fire telephone or stadium marshalling system. The vocall compact emergency voice communications system evcs is designed to fully comply with bs5839part 9. Location of call point in disabled refuge system evacuation. Emergency voice communication systems notifier fire systems. Sigtel disabled refuge system aes security ireland.
This type of intercom system allows emergency services to be in constant contact with the people in the refuge areas who seek assistance. Evc302 series sigtel type b outstation manual gd systems. Where an employer or a service provider does not make provision for the safe evacuation of disabled people from its premises, this may be viewed as discrimination. Disabled persons call system wandsworth healthcare. Sigtel compact emergency voice communication system evcs. Take refuge with ctecs costeffective sigtel evc system. It is a intercom system with special features to increase usability and reliability in the event of an emergency. Disabled refuge call systems loop cdc16 revision 6, 1st august 2007 the central is fitted with illuminated momentary push switches for each of the refuge areas. On a disabled refuge system is their a standard where the call point is located i understand the unit should be fitted at 1200mm from floor level and the units are installed in the refuge area of the stairwell but is there a prefence standard of where call points are to be installed. The standard states that were both systems are fitted to a building these should form a single system. Sigtel evc system installation and configuration guide. This guide explains how to install commission and maintain a sigtel evc disabled refuge and fire telephone system. Emergency voice communication system type b outstations are normally used to allow communication between disabled refuges and management at a control. They may be separate, or they may be combined into one system.
Although refuge areas are designed primarily for wheelchair users, everyone should be aware of the needs of other disabled people who may require assistance during an emergency evacuation e. Q some specifications are now asking for all refuge calls including disabled. It also allows fire fighters and others to communicate during an emergency situation. Features include additional connections for an optional induction loop system and a generalpurpose relay output that closes on activation of the unit. The range comprises two different types of central control equipment sigtel compact, a new allinone wallmounting version pictured above left which can handle up to 8 lines expandable to. A disabled refuge may be defined as a location or safe place where persons who cannot easily use fire escapes and lifts can call for help and remain until assistance arrives. The channel range of disabled refuge alarm systems provide a means of calling for assistance in the event of an emergency. If preferred, they can be set to be permanently live.
Examination of the risk assessment duration of the emergency lighting identify emergency escape routes and take account of potential hazards identify the locations of fire alarm call points, fire fighting equipment and fire safety signs determine type of emergency lighting system. It is a system that allows voice communication in either. Disabled refuge systems are designed for use in buildings that contain refuge areas. Vocall evcs cooper fire fire detection products and.
This is where a disabled refuge can play a positive role for wheelchair users and disabled people alike. Disabled toilet alarms and refuge systems fire alarms. Network security and fire provide and install disabled refuge systems into commercial buildings and businesses providing reassurance and assistance for people in an emergency. Disabled refuge system page of comsec protection systems ltd, who provide a wide range of products and services including fire alarm systems, cctv systems, intercom systems, lighting systems, and much more. Each activated disabled refuge system has an auto listening facility to monitor activity in the refuge area. The system is quick and easy to install, configurable to customer specification, and can connect multiple toilet and bathroom points to a central reporting station for quick and efficient location. It gives guidance on how to install an effective emergency evc system as part of a fire detection and alarm system, and covers all components including wireless. Evc systems are generally needed in the following situations. A an evcs emergency voice communication system is a fixed, monitored and maintained, bidirectional, full duplex voice communication system to assist the orderly evacuation of disabled or mobility impaired people and enhance fire fighters. Disabled refuge system page of comsec protection systems ltd, who provide a wide range of products and services including fire alarm systems, cctv systems, intercom systems, lighting. Disabled refuge system refuge alerter alerter group.
Green disabled refuge outstation, flush evc302gf green disabled refuge outstation, flush evc302gf. Solid states disabled refuge systems are fully compliant with bs 5839 part 9 and suitable for use in virtually all emergency voice communication applications including disabled refuge, fire telephone or stadium marshal systems in hotels, schools, hotels, shopping malls, sports stadia and highrise apartments. Communication systems in these areas are known as emergency voice communication evc systems. The fire control centre communication system should provide direct links to fire fighting lobbiesfire service access points and disabled refuge areas. The master panel can answer or call out by pressing the separate call switches and indications for each disabled refuge location. Disabled people in refuge locations other nonemergency purposes bs5839 part 9 compliant the wandsworth disabled refuge intercom system has been specifically configured to meet the requirements of all emergency refuge communication needs. Disabled refuge systems type a typically connects hands free intercom outstations to a central control room and is used to inform management that someone needs immediate assistance to exit the building. Click to download our sigtel 164 line compact quick start installation guide. Our new evc302f type b outstation pictured above right offers true handsfree duplex speech and allows anyone in a refuge area to communicate with building control at the touch of a button. As well as this we offer a comprehensive maintenance service for all systems that we install, all our work is carried out by highly skilled and experienced engineers. Disabled refuge system disabled refuge systems planet. Suitable for use with ctecs sigtel disabled refuge emergency voice communication system.
A stainless steel flush mounting master station ideal for both large and small systems where space is at an absolute premium. Our sigtel 4224 line emergency voice communication system is ideal for use in all disabled refuge and fire telephone applications. Channel orbital refuge systems safety regulations and the disability discrimination act part m of the uk governments building regulations insists that. The equality act formerly the disability discrimination.
Our innovative system allows twoway voice communication at all times through our advanced refuge outstations, our touchscreen master station and. The emergency voice communications system evcs is designed to fully comply with bs5839part 9. Disabled refuge outstations on an omnicare system are typically in standby mode until activated by the fire alarm panel. As each disabled person is moved to safety, the system can be reset via a key operated switch on the refuge area remote unit outstation. Guidance on fire refuge areas university of reading. Extremely high speech quality provides perfect voice communications in the loudest of situations. A simple to use handsfree outstation is provided in a refuge area to enable a call for assistance. The vocall range of emergency voice communications equipment is designed to fully comply with bs5839pt9 abb. Disabled refuge type b outstations ctec fire alarms. This invaluable technology is now an essential system for all future building projects in ireland.
Our disabled persons call system offers a reliable and flexible call system for use in toilet and bathroom facilities. Disabled refuge systems signet ac ltd hearing loops. Established in 1981, ctec is a leading uk independent manufacturer of quality life safety electronic equipment with a portfolio of products that includes conventional and addressable fire alarm systems, power supplies, automatic extinguisher systems, disabled refuge systems, call systems and hearing loop systems. In disabled refuge applications, it allows people who cannot easily evacuate a building to communicate with a central control point during a fire emergency. Dcp0001928 includes detailed operational information, some of which will need to be referred to by the installation engineer when setting up the system. Meeting building regulations, with fire resistant properties and battery back up. Technical data pr21117959501 effective august 2018. Designed for disabled refuge systems, our type b outstations offer true handsfree duplex speech and allow anyone in a refuge area to communicate with building control at the touch of a button. Pt9 for use as a fire telephone system, disabled refuge call system or as a combined system when both fire telephones and disabled refuge points are required. Disabled refuge system providers ireland guardian fire. Fire marshallswardens should use fire telephones to report a floor evacuation is complete andor report the fire situation on that floor. Our disabled refuge systems provide a fireproof 2 way communication point for fire officers fire wardens or building management to keep in contact with people disabled people within this point. This guide explains how to install, commission and maintain a sigtel evcs disabled refuge and fire telephone system.
Disabled refuge systems are used in multistory commercial properties as a means of twoway communication in designated refuge areas to assist rescue teams in determining where assistance is required for people who cannot easily use fire escapes and evacuation lifts in the event of an emergency. A system in standby mode will need to be activated occasionally, such as for routine testing. A refuge system is for the aid of disabled people at all times. The vocall evcs is designed to fully comply with bs5839part 9 abb. An evcs emergency voice communication system or disabled refuge system is designed for use in buildings that contain refuge areas. Jan, 2012 on a disabled refuge system is their a standard where the call point is located i understand the unit should be fitted at 1200mm from floor level and the units are installed in the refuge area of the stairwell but is there a prefence standard of where call points are to be installed.
Refuge alerter is a digital radiobased emergency voice communication system for disabled people, for use in the event of an emergency to help evacuate disabled people from a disabled refuge area. Stainless steel surface enclosure with black screen print and glass lockable door. Disabled refuge emergency communication system gd systems. Disabled refuge systems ctec fire alarms call systems. Each system can have up to 4 vocall network master handsets which give. Fire detection and fire alarm systems for buildings code. Our disabled refuge system s provide a fireproof 2 way communication point for fire officers fire wardens or building management to keep in contact with people disabled. The regulations states that an effective two way communication system must be in place for these refuge areas. Technical data pr21117959501 effective august 2018 vocall. A a disabled refuge is a relatively safe area within a building or exit staircase where. The system also allows communication with disabled persons. The standard states that where both systems are fitted to a building these should form a single system. Take refuge disabled refuge systems bs 5839 part 9.
The evacuation organiser uses the disabled refuge evc system to instruct, inform and. Our sigtel emergency voice communication system is ideal for use in all fire telephone and disabled refuge applications. About this guide this guide explains how to install, commission and maintain a sigtel evcs disabled refuge and fire telephone system. For disabled users this is a lot more difficult of a task. The regulations state that an effective two way communication system must be in place for these refuge areas. Designed to meet rising demand for bs 5839 part 9 compliant systems. This system will enable the emergency services to maintain a constant contact with people in the refuge area who may seek assistance. The vocall network master handset, for analogue vocall systems, can be either wall or desk mounted and has a clear fourline backlit display which shows the calling outstation name in plain text. This emergency voice communication system evcs is designed to fully comply with bs5839 pt9 2003 abb. Ablaze building solutions ltd provide disabled refuge and evc systems throughout the united kingdom. The disabled refuge outstation can be used to call for assistance and reassure the person until help arrives. Pt9 for use as a fire telephone system, disabled refuge call. The vocall emergency voice communications system evcs is designed to fully comply with bs5839part 9. When a call is requested the relevant indicator illuminates and the phone rings to attract the attention of an incoming call.
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