It  is precisely what its name suggests: it detects gas within an area and often will sound the alarm when the leaking gas has reached dangerous levels, giving those nearby enough time to get out of the building safely. Because many gasses are extremely harmful to humans, animals and plant lives alike, this type of device is very important to have installed in your home or company building or Individual plan.

In 1864, fire sprinklers were invented by Major Harrison in the United Kingdom. They were further developed in 1874 by Henry Parmelee in the United States, who developed the automatic fire sprinkler system to ensure nothing happened to his piano factory.

How does fire alarm system work?  How often should fire alarm systems be tested? What should one know about maintenance and testing? People have much misconception about fire alarms and sprinkler systems.