Fire Systems, Testing & Inspections

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“If a fire alarm went off today, would you know it’s properly engineered and monitored, or wonder what might fail when it matters most?”

Fire protection that helps you prevent loss — and protect continuity.

Fire protection is about more than equipment. It’s about people, property, and the ability to keep operating. Schmidt Security brings professional expertise and a personal commitment to help you build a fire protection approach that’s worth the investment.

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Prevent

Identify hazards & high risk areas.
Fit the right systems to your environment.
Maintain readiness for when it matters.

Detect

Early-warning detection.
System checks & ongoing reliability.
Clear visibility on what’s happening.

Respond

Response workflows aligned to your team.
Systems that support decisive action.
A partner you can reach 24/7.

Recover

Continuity focused planning.
Post-incident support.
Long-term service relationship, not a one-time install.

Capabilities

Fire extinguishers: sales, placement guidance, service, and replacement planning based on hazard type and coverage needs
Sprinkler systems: coordination, service support, and readiness-focused maintenance (as applicable to your facility)
Kitchen hood suppression systems for commercial cooking environments, including service scheduling and compliance support
Fire alarm design and installation with code-aligned device placement, notification strategy, and system commissioning

Service, repairs, testing, and inspections to support ongoing readiness and reduce nuisance alarms and failures
Digital inspection reports for clear documentation, corrective action tracking, and easier audits
Program-based maintenance planning to align inspection cadence with occupancy type, risk profile, and jurisdictional requirements

Typical Outcomes

Improved compliance confidence with documented inspections, testing records, and digital reporting that’s easy to retrieve
Higher system readiness through consistent maintenance, timely repairs, and proactive service scheduling
Reduced risk of fines and failed inspections by staying ahead of required testing and documentation

Fewer disruptions and false alarms with properly maintained equipment and code-aligned system configuration
Clearer accountability via standardized reporting, corrective action lists, and service history
Better protection of people, property, and continuity with systems designed and maintained to perform under real conditions

Manage your business and its safety with greater efficiency.

Fire alarms and extinguishers are not toys. Never pull a fire alarm unless there is an emergency or you are conducting an authorized test or drill. Even a slight discharge can cause pressure loss, potentially rendering an extinguisher unusable when it is needed most.

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Fire Alarms

We offer fire alarm systems that will provide protection against loss of property & life, 24/7.

We also offer service for most models/brands of alarm systems, both old & new.

Fire Alarm Testing & Requirements

Ohio Fire Code requires fire alarm systems to be inspected, tested, & maintained per NFPA 72. OSHA requires an Emergency action plan & emergency notification systems to be tested annually.

Ohio Basic Building Code Requirements

Ohio Basic Building Code requires alarm systems to be installed anywhere large groups of people gather, such as churches, theaters, & in buildings where evacuation may be difficult, such as nursing homes.

Fire Extinguishers

We provide top quality sales, service, repair, installation, & training on all types of fire extinguishers. We can also conduct a hazard survey of your facilities & offer recommendations based on your needs.

Fire Extinguisher Requirements

OSHA requires annual maintenance by a certified technician. Every 6 years, they must be taken apart & internally inspected by a certified technician. Every 12 years, your extinguishers must be hydrostatic pressure tested.

D.O.T Hydrostatic Requirements

Hydrostatic testing is a nondestructive test required by the Dept. of Transportation to ensure the integrity of pressurized cylinders. Many types of cylinders require testing once every 5 years, while others require it once every 12.

Emergency Lighting

Emergency & exit lights illuminate corridors, stairwells, ramps, escalators, doorways, etc. during critical power-out situations. We conduct the necessary testing to ensure these devices will operate properly & reliably during an emergency.

Emergency Lighting Requirements

NFPA 101 requires emergency lighting systems, where required, to be tested for 30 seconds monthly and for the full required duration time (which is typically 90 minutes) annually to ensure reliability during an emergency.