Revised Guidance & Responsibilities For Planned Preventative Maintenance
The Fire Industry Association (FIA) has released an updated version of Fact File 38, setting out clear guidance on end-user responsibilities for arranging effective Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) in line with the NFCC Policy on False Alarm Management.
Supporting compliance with fire safety legislation, including the Fire Safety Order and the Fire Safety (Scotland) Regulations, the document explains what Fire and Rescue Services expect dutyholders to have in place to minimise unwanted fire signals and ensure fire protection systems remain effective. This concise and user-friendly guide helps dutyholders better understand their responsibilities, improve system performance, reduce false alarms, and work more effectively with competent fire safety professionals.At the heart of the guidance is a practical maintenance checklist, enabling end users to keep accurate records of inspections, testing, training, and system documentation for fire alarms, emergency lighting, suppression systems and other life safety measures. It also supports regular fire risk assessment reviews and readiness for Fire and Rescue Service inspections. You can see the latest guidance at https://sssystems.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/fia-guidance-planned-preventative-maintenance-final.pdf.
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