MJM Private Security Services LLC understands the project’s success is dependent on the fire alarm design, submittal, installation and Fire Marshal acceptance process.
Where design is required, a NICET certified fire alarm specialist will review the building’s construction, occupancy, stakeholder objectives and code requirements to complete this process. MJM Private Security Services will prepare the necessary AutoCAD drawings, system documentation and permit application for the Fire Marshal’s office.
MJM Private Security Services LLC will guide the owner through the submittal process and assist in resolving related issues. Upon completion of the installation process we prepare the documentation for the required inspections, put the system on-line for central station monitoring and conduct the acceptance test with the Fire Marshal’s representative.
Whether it be new construction or an existing structure, MJM Private Security Services LLC can provide fire alarm solutions best suited for the application. With a full range of fire detection and alarm system solutions, using equipment listed by Underwriters Laboratories, from the leading device manufacturers, we can match the solution to the facility.
MJM Private Security Services LLC support applications consisting of small stand-alone systems to large networked systems integrating voice evacuation and fire fighters communications systems. Integration with the mechanical systems for smoke control, elevator recall, and access control are common applications, including the ability to provide wireless solutions for historic or widely dispersed facilities.
What kind of permitting is required by the City of Houston?
The City of Houston requires that all electronic egress control (magnetic locking and electric strike) devices are permitted, inspected, approved, and a permit sticker applied by the City Building Department, Planning and Development, Code Enforcement section prior to being allowed into service. That is, any electronic lock installed on any door in any commercial building must be installed in accordance with the policy provided by City. The policy is very specific relating to the integration of the door locking hardware or security equipment with the fire alarm system and general traffic flow through exit routes. Devices found without approved Field Test Permits and stickers are regarded by the Fire Marshal as an illegal exit and ordered to be immediately disconnected and disabled, until approval is obtained from the Building Department. Fines can be substantial for any violation discovered or committed.
How do I make sure that my electronic locks are compliant?
MJM Private Security Services LLC can be contracted to do this for you. MJM Private Security Services LLC will modify floor plans of your facility or lease space showing the required life safety devices in your building and submit to the City of Houston Code Enforcement Department for approval. MJM Private Security Services LLC submit all our plans in standard AutoCAD format to plan review for permit and inspection. All originals are retained on-site, with you the customer, for future inspector visits. After we get the plans approved, we schedule an inspection with the City. The City inspector will want to confirm that all the electronic door locks release upon activation of the fire alarm system. MJM Private Security Services LLC provide this service for you and include the cost in all our proposals when it is required.