Baldwin Boxall Resources
General articles, resources, guides and assistance for voice alarm, EVC and more.
Concerning Voice Alarm (VA)
Here you will find links to items which you may find helpful. We have included a summary on the relevant British Standards, information on BS EN54 certification and articles such as ‘Reasons to Install a Voice Alarm System’.
See the links below to some useful resources. If there is something you would like us to add here do let us know.
What is Voice Alarm?
The British Standards
BS EN54
Reasons to Install a Voice Alarm System
What is ‘Phased Evacuation’?
Disabled Toilet Alarms (DTA)
Here you will find help such as the relevant British Standards and recommended positions for the loops on the alarm pull cord.
See the links below to some useful resources. If there is something you would like us to add here do let us know.
The British Standards
The Pull Cord
Emergency Voice Communication (EVC)
Here you will find downloadable information regarding unit mounting heights, signs for disabled areas, the British Standards, and more.
See the links below to some useful resources. If there is something you would like us to add here do let us know.
When do I need a Refuge Area?
About disabled refuge
The British Standards
Mounting Heights
Signage
Frequently Asked Questions
General
Doug Edworthy explains MTBF – Mean Time Before Failure: