Cybil Consults

Dry Fire Systems Design

Coordinated fire detection, alarm, warning and communication system design that supports early identification of a fire and timely occupant response.

A compliant design must consider the building classification, occupancy, fire hazards, evacuation strategy, system interfaces, accessibility and environmental conditions. We provide dry fire systems design consultancy for new developments, refurbishments, tenancy fit-outs, upgrades and existing buildings — developed with reference to the National Construction Code, applicable Australian Standards and fire engineering reports.

Our Dry Fire Design Services

✓ Fire detection and alarm systems
✓ Emergency warning systems
✓ Emergency intercom systems
✓ Special-hazard fire detection systems
✓ Residential smoke alarm systems
✓ Detection zoning and alarm-zone documentation
✓ Occupant warning and speaker layouts
✓ Interfaces with smoke control, lifts, doors and suppression systems
✓ Alterations and extensions to existing dry fire systems
✓ Cause-and-effect documentation and system schematics

Our Design Strategy

1

Project Review & Site Investigation

Review of architectural drawings, fire engineering documentation and existing records, with site visits for existing buildings.

2

Hazard, Occupancy & Classification

Assessment of occupancy, environmental conditions, room uses and any special hazards affecting detector selection.

3

Concept Design

Proposed system type, control-panel location, detection and warning strategy, zoning and major interfaces.

4

Detailed Design

Detector/alarm-device locations, speaker layouts, control equipment, zone plans, cable pathways and cause-and-effect requirements.

5

Construction-Issue Documentation

Documentation suitable for contractor pricing, installation and project delivery.

Relevant Australian Standards

AS 1670.1 — Fire detection and alarm systems
AS 1670.4 — Emergency warning and intercom systems
AS 1670.5 — Special-hazard fire detection systems
AS 1670.6 — Smoke alarm systems for residential buildings