What is the function of a Local Alarm System?

The function of a Local Alarm System is primarily to warn only the occupants of a building about a fire. This type of alarm is designed to alert individuals within the specific premises, allowing them time to react to the situation—whether that means evacuating, containing the fire if possible, or calling for help. Local alarm systems operate at the site of the emergency and do not have the capability to communicate directly with external emergency services or authorities.

In contrast, other types of alarm systems may facilitate communication with off-site fire stations or automatically notify emergency services, but a Local Alarm System is specifically focused on local alerts to those present in the building. Understanding this distinction is important for recognizing how different alarm systems fulfill various roles in fire safety management.