26 Safety & Security
Raven Housing Trust collaborates with Aico to enhance fi re safety in sheltered and temporary accommodation
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aven Housing Trust is partnering with Aico, the European market leader in home life safety, to upgrade fi re protection
systems in 432 dwellings across its sheltered and temporary accommodation. T is major investment underscores Raven Housing Trust’s commitment to the safety and well-being of its residents. Recognising the critical importance of robust
fi re safety measures in sheltered and temporary accommodation, Raven Housing Trust is committed to installing systems to the highest specifi cation, compliant with BS 5839-6 standards.
ENHANCING PROTECTION ACROSS HOUSING T is three-year programme will see AJS Ltd, an electrical contractor outsourced by Raven Housing Trust, install Aico’s fi re and carbon monoxide (CO) alarms. T is installation will take place across 432 individual temporary dwellings, ensuring that residents receive the earliest possible warning of a fi re or CO event. Separately, Raven Housing Trust’s Direct Labour Organisation will be undertaking upgrades to sheltered accommodation sites and general needs properties to LD1 and LD2 specifi cations, respectively, during change of tenancy or rewiring works. T e sheltered accommodation upgrade will also integrate the existing Warden Call systems, providing enhanced safety and rapid response capabilities within these facilities. Aico’s Relationship Manager for the South East,
Paul Barrett, will work closely with Christian Hirschfi eld from Raven Housing Trust, alongside other teams involved in this project, providing product expertise and guidance.
“We have chosen Aico as our manufacturer
for this project due to their reputation for high- quality products and innovative technology,” stated Christian Hirschfi eld, Electrical Manager at Raven Housing Trust. “Aico’s commitment to safety and reliability makes them an ideal partner for our homes, ensuring that we provide the best possible protection for our residents.”
AICO’S 3000 SERIES INSTALLATION T e upgrade will involve the installation of specifi c, high-performance Aico alarms tailored to diff erent areas within the temporary dwellings: • T e Ei3028 Multi-Sensor Heat and CO Alarm will be installed in kitchens where boilers are present.
• T e Ei3024 Multi-Sensor Fire Alarm will be used in kitchens without boilers.
• T e Ei3016 Optical Smoke Alarm will provide coverage in circulation areas, living areas, and bedrooms.
All alarms will be interconnected using the Ei3000MRF module, which allows for wireless interconnection via radio frequency. T is means that if one alarm is activated, all alarms will sound, providing full-circle protection and allowing for an immediate response. At each of the sheltered accommodation sites, Aico’s Ei414 RadioLINK+
Fire/CO Alarm Interface will be implemented to seamlessly connect the new fi re alarm system with the existing Warden Call setup, enabling immediate alerts and assistance for residents in the event of a fi re or CO emergency.
TRAINING AND ONGOING SUPPORT Paul will further support the team by delivering Aico’s award-winning Expert Installer training course. T is CPD-accredited course will equip Raven Housing Trust with the essential knowledge and skills needed to correctly and effi ciently site and install Aico’s safety systems. Once complete, the team will extend their knowledge by completing Aico’s Domestic Fire and CO Alarm Systems City & Guilds assured training held at their headquarters in Oswestry. Paul Barrett commented on the project:
“Christian and his team are taking the lead in installing Aico products to comply with BS 5839-6 using our Grade D1 Ei3000 Series alarms and LD1 specifi cation. It has been a pleasure getting to know Raven Housing Trust over the years, and I am sure our trusted partnership will continue long into the future.” Learn more about Aico’s innovative alarms by
visiting the website. 01691 664100
www.aico.co.uk
Housing Management & Maintenance June/July 2025
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