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Fire watch services are of crucial importance for properties that lack proper fire safety infrastructure. At ProFM, we deliver a complete suite of rapid-response, accredited fire safety solutions as part of our many security services, all fully in line with NFCC and SEG guidance. This includes 24/7, trained fire wardens prepared to detect risks, raise alarms, and lead safe evacuations.
Fire watch services are of crucial importance for properties that lack proper fire safety infrastructure. At ProFM, we deliver a complete suite of rapid-response, accredited fire safety solutions as part of our many security services, all fully in line with NFCC and SEG guidance. This includes 24/7, trained fire wardens prepared to detect risks, raise alarms, and lead safe evacuations.
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Our fire watch services, also known as waking watch services, are of utmost importance for premises that are temporarily without fire safety systems, such as alarms, sprinklers, or detectors. From residential to commercial properties, our dedicated team of security guards and fire marshals ensures fire risks are fully mitigated through extensive planning and regular patrols. In the event of a fire, our fire safety professionals can also efficiently carry out evacuations with a rapid response approach to protect occupants and property.
With a waking watch package from ProFM Group, our services are carried out in accordance with recommended procedures from relevant bodies. We navigate the latest guidelines from the Institute of Fire Engineers (IFE), the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) and the FSE Regulations to provide a fully compliant solution, backed by our specialist security expertise for high-risk or sensitive sites.
When you choose our waking watch security services, you benefit from the following:
Our fire watch officers provide continuous on-site monitoring for your premises to identify early signs of fire when alarms or fire safety implements, such as cladding, aren’t functioning as they should.
Using ProFM Group’s fire watch service helps you to meet legal and insurance requirements when your fire safety systems are offline or under maintenance.
By trusting our trained fire watch personnel to monitor your premises constantly, you can rest assured that safety isn’t compromised even when fire safety equipment isn’t functioning.
When you choose our fire watch security services at ProFM, our solutions mean that you benefit from:
Fire wardens that operate strictly under NFCC and SEG guidance.
Frequent patrols of your premises to quickly identify any risks or signs of fire.
Wardens will quickly raise the alarm to residents if a fire occurs.
Fire wardens provide effective and safe evacuation guidance to individuals in the event of a fire.
Waking watch services are adapted to suit the unique demands of your property.
Round-the-clock fire watch security services for continued protection.
Find out what our clients have thought of using our exceptional security services by reading the following testimonials.
“ProFM is an amazingly caring company. I truly feel like a person rather than a number, and they’re always on call if ever I need anything. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend ProFM!”
Lloyds Transport Case Study
“We were thrilled to be offered the chance to partner with Virgin Media as part of their 6 Nations Rugby tournament event at Twickenham. Discover how we delivered an exceptional level of service during one of the most pivotal sporting events in the calendar.”
Virgin Media Case Study
As one of the UK market leaders in luxury chocolate, Hotel Chocolat have quickly become synonymous with both that signature creamy texture and their high-impact, groundbreaking social initiatives. We’re thrilled to have been their security partner over the last 9 years, offering the bespoke levels of support that a brand like HC demands.
Hotel Chocolat Case Study
It’s fair to say that, since the Grenfell disaster in 2017, fire safety has taken on an entirely new level of importance. That’s something we’ve built a comprehensive familiarity with, and with our fast-acting and robust mobilisation at Berwick Court in Southwark, we were able to deliver a comprehensive, multi-officer solution at a moment’s notice.
Berwick Court Management Case Study
Royal Papworth Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
“I would like to express how professional the ProFM staff deployed to our site have been. Many people have tried to access the site, but have always been deterred by the ProFM team. I couldn’t of wished for a better service. Thank you to the team for all your support throughout the project.”
NHS Case Study
"ProFM's UK coverage, high degree of flexibility and experienced senior team have resulted in an excellent level of support across our events. Their approach and drive to really understand our events and the type of team they need to deploy at each venue has ensured that our customers and teams truly have a security team that have their safety and security at the forefront of their approach."
Buzz Group Case Study
David Leitch, Estate Manager
"Security are a critical part of the team, I go home on an evening and am happy and confident that everything is ok. We have a very successful relationship with ProFM and will be working with them for a long time"
Bromley Old Town Hall Case Study
"We appreciate the work ProFM Group has done and thank you for your contribution to the successful management of our emergency provision, through which we were able to provide accommodation and support to these often-vulnerable clients."
Norwich City Council Case Study
“ProFM Group have been awarded the security contract for our new £32M facility here at Newport. When the facility was opened by HRH Prince Charles, there were a number of VIPs on this day, and the ProFM team worked closely with the Royal Security Team to make the day run smoothly.”
CAF Case Study
A pioneer in specialist products and chemicals for building projects, SIKA’s reputation so often precedes it. It’s that reputation that meant it needed an equally reputable security solution, and ProFM were on hand to deliver exactly that. That’s kick-started a multi-year partnership and personalised solutions.
SIKA Case StudyWhen your fire safety systems are down, our fire watch security services at ProFM Group keep your premises dependably protected with highly trained fire wardens.
By choosing ProFM for fire watch security services, you benefit from:
Our fire watch solutions are tailored to your specific premises, guaranteeing that you’ll receive a personalised, first-rate service each and every time.
You can trust our highly trained and experienced fire safety professionals to provide reliable services and act efficiently and safely in the event of a fire.
Our services operate in line with all current regulatory standards, ensuring they meet the required safety and legal criteria.
We work closely with National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) recommendations to implement solutions that follow the latest industry expectations and fire safety protocols.
We keep on top of each new wave of government Waking Watch funding, ensuring our services are adapted to current financial support schemes.
By understanding funding opportunities and budget constraints, we implement safe, dependable, and cost-effective fire watch solutions.
In addition to our fire watch security services, we also offer a range of facilities management services, which you can learn more about in detail below.
Our intruder alarm systems provide fast detection and AI-assisted alerts for complete property protection.
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Our key-holding services offer robust protection and day-or-night secure site access.
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Our CCTV monitoring services provide 24/7 surveillance to detect and deter security threats in real time.
Learn MoreIn this section, you can find some of our most frequently asked questions and answers about our fire watch security services:
Still Have a Question?A waking watch involves trained fire safety professionals (usually called fire wardens or safety officers) conducting patrols of a building 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are trained to spot the early signs of fire, raise the alarm to all residents, and coordinate and carry out evacuations when needed.
A common reason for a premises needing a fire watch is because of improper or dangerous cladding, and it is often a recommendation from a Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) conducted by a relevant fire safety service. It may also be recommended for buildings where a fire alarm is broken or out of service, or has been damaged by flooding or electrical faults.
The maximum length of time you should have a fire watch for is 6 months, according to the NFCC’s Simultaneous Evacuation Guidance (SEG). It is intended as a temporary measure before a more permanent solution (such as a fire alarm or remediation works) is completed.
All of the services we provide are conducted in line with the latest guidance from the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC), their 4th Edition of the Simultaneous Evacuation Guidance (SEG), and the UK Government’s Fire Safety England (FSE) Regulations 2022.
