Area of Refuge Communication Systems

Area of refuge communication systems provide two-way communication between a refuge area and a central control point or the building's emergency communication center. These systems are required by building and fire codes for many high-rise and multi-story buildings and must be regularly inspected and tested to ensure proper operation. Red Rocks Fire Protection provides annual inspection and testing services to verify that area of refuge systems remain reliable, code-compliant, and ready for use when needed.

• ▸Annual area of refuge system inspections
• ▸Two-way communication verification
• ▸Call station operation testing
• ▸Power supply verification
• ▸Battery backup testing
• ▸Signal verification
• ▸Hands-free operation testing
• ▸Deficiency identification and reporting
• ▸Documentation and tagging

Like any life safety system, area of refuge communication systems must be properly maintained to ensure they operate reliably when needed. Red Rocks Fire Protection provides complete service and repair solutions for area of refuge communication systems, including diagnostic, repair, component replacement, and ongoing maintenance support. Our technicians work efficiently to identify issues and restore reliable two-way communication throughout the property.

• ▸System diagnostics and troubleshooting
• ▸Call station repair
• ▸Call box repair and replacement
• ▸Hands-free operation service
• ▸Power supply repair and replacement
• ▸Battery replacement
• ▸Wiring repairs
• ▸Signal and communication verification
• ▸System expansion
• ▸Emergency service response

Red Rocks Fire Protection provides new area of refuge communication system installations and complete upgrade solutions for existing systems. We work with property owners, managers, and design teams to install reliable, code-compliant systems that meet the operational needs of the building. We also upgrade older, unsupported, or non-compliant systems to modern, ADA-compliant area of refuge communication solutions.

• ▸New area of refuge communication system installations
• ▸ADA-compliant call stations
• ▸Two-way communication systems
• ▸Power supply installations
• ▸Off-premises signaling
• ▸Replacement of older systems
• ▸System expansions and upgrades
• ▸Remodels and tenant improvements
• ▸New construction installations

Common Signs a System May Need Upgrade: failed annual testing, unsupported equipment, ADA-compliance concerns, communication failures, power supply issues, or jurisdictions that have updated code requirements.