THE CHALK HILLS ACADEMY

After ten years of service, The Chalk Hills Academy's fire alarm system had reached the end of its operational life. The existing equipment was no longer adapted to modern safety requirements, and the school wanted a system that would provide real-time notifications to relevant staff in the event of an alarm being triggered or an anomaly being detected. The challenge was to replace the entire system efficiently while minimising disruption to school activities.

Scutum recommended the installation of the AdvancedLive Mapping solution, which connects the fire alarm system to an application allowing staff to be immediately alerted in the event of an alarm or malfunction. The installation was carried out over the six-week summer break, ensuring that the school remains fully operational throughout the academic year. The new system includes upgraded control panels, heat and smoke detectors, as well as all the peripherals needed to ensure complete coverage of the site.

- 24/7 protection: The monitored fire alarm service now provides continuous security, ensuring a rapid response to any emergency.

- Enhanced security: Staff receive immediate alerts via the app, improving reaction times and the overall safety of students and staff.

- Ongoing maintenance: Maintenance and checks are carried out twice a year on the detectors, control panels, back-up batteries and signals to the remote monitoring centre to ensure the system remains effective.

- Minimal disruption: The installation was carried out during the school holidays, allowing normal activities to continue without interruption.