These application guidelines include guidance on the design, planning, operation, installation,
commissioning and maintenance of IAS installed in buildings. Requirements for IAS are specified in
EN 50131-1.
These application guidelines are intended to assist those responsible for establishing the need for an IAS
to ascertain the appropriate design of the IAS both in terms of the extent of the supervision required and
in determining the grade of system performance necessary to provide the degree of supervision
considered appropriate.
These application guidelines are also intended to assist those responsible for selecting equipment
appropriate to both the level of performance required and the environmental conditions in which the
equipment will be required to operate.
These application guidelines are relevant to all classes and grades of IAS of any size and complexity.
This application guideline should be read in conjunction with EN 50131-1.
NOTE It has been assumed in the drafting of these application guidelines that the execution of its provisions will be
entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced persons. However the guidance is also appropriate to other
persons who may be required to purchase or use an IAS.