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Fire Alarm Consulting

Expert Fire Alarm Consulting for Safe and Compliant Projects

Fire alarm consulting plays a critical role in ensuring building safety, system functionality, and regulatory compliance. At SOCOTEC, we provide specialized Fire Alarm Consulting services to ensure your systems are fully operational, compliant with local laws, and ready for inspection and approval by the FDNY.

With decades of experience across thousands of projects, SOCOTEC understands the complexities of fire alarm and safety systems including sprinklers, standpipe and standpipe outlets, fire pump, extinguishers, ANSUL systems, fire warden phones, fire command station, pull stations, and smoke detectors. Our team ensures nothing is left to chance when it comes to fire alarm engineering, documentation, pretesting, and sign-offs. We help clients avoid costly delays, change orders, and rework by proactively managing every detail related to fire and life safety.

Our services support general contractors, engineers, architects, and property owners in delivering safe, code-compliant buildings ready for occupancy—with a focus on efficiency, collaboration, and peace of mind.

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Walter GORMAN JR.

Principal, Life Safety

Principal, Life Safety

walter.gorman@socotec.us +1 212 730 8915
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Bart BORYS

Director, Life Safety

Director, Life Safety

bart.borys@socotec.us +1 212 730 8915

Comprehensive Services for Fire Alarm Consulting

SOCOTEC offers a full range of fire alarm consulting services tailored to meet the needs of modern construction projects and ensure seamless compliance with fire and life safety regulations. Our team brings clarity, coordination, and technical expertise to every phase—from design review to inspection support.

We manage the end-to-end process of preparing fire alarm and fire pump systems for compliance and inspection, with specialized expertise in FDNY inspections. Our services include:

  • Coordination with project teams
  • Initial walkthrough
  • Pre-inspection testing of fire safety systems, including sprinklers, standpipe, fire pump, extinguishers, fire warden phones, fire command station, pull stations, smoke detectors, and more.
  • Punch list of deficiencies
  • Documentation coordination to ensure systems meet regulatory standards
  • Inspection Request and Assistance
  • Letter of Approval

SOCOTEC supports the full resolution process following a Notice of Defect (NoD)—from retrieving the notice and developing a detailed punch-list to coordinating corrective actions and attending the FDNY reinspection to ensure compliance.

Our experts help secure your TCO by preparing and submitting affidavits that verify fire alarm systems are operational and compliant. We oversee final adjustments and work directly with involved trades to meet filing requirements efficiently.

Our consultants coordinate the installation and approval of Auxiliary Radio Communication Systems (ARCS) in buildings that require emergency responder radio coverage. We assist with system readiness, documentation, and inspection facilitation.

We create customized fire safety plans that align with local code requirements, including detailed floor layouts and emergency system locations. Our team handles the full submission process to ensure the plan is filed correctly and approved without complications.

From preparing applications to coordinating reviews, we streamline the filing and approval process for your fire and safety systems. Our knowledge of city and code requirements helps reduce administrative burdens and keeps your project moving forward.

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NYC Expertise

Ensuring Compliance with FDNY and NYC Fire Code

FDNY fire alarm inspections

Navigating FDNY inspections, notices, and certifications can be a logistical and regulatory challenge. SOCOTEC’s deep understanding of FDNY processes means we can handle:

  • Filing for inspections and approvals
  • Obtaining FDNY Fire Safety Inspection Certificates
  • Responding to FDNY Notices with speed and accuracy
  • Delivering certificate of completion documentation
  • Ensuring full compliance with FDNY Fire Code, fire safety plan requirements, and fire and life safety standards

We don’t just prepare you for the inspection—we manage the entire process until the building fire safety inspection is completed and approved.

Navigating FDNY inspections, notices, and certifications can be a logistical and regulatory challenge. SOCOTEC’s deep understanding of FDNY processes means we can handle:

  • Filing for inspections and approvals
  • Obtaining FDNY Fire Safety Inspection Certificates
  • Responding to FDNY Notices with speed and accuracy
  • Delivering certificate of completion documentation
  • Ensuring full compliance with FDNY Fire Code, fire safety plan requirements, and fire and life safety standards

We don’t just prepare you for the inspection—we manage the entire process until the building fire safety inspection is completed and approved.

Ready to Streamline Your Fire Alarm Compliance?

Don’t let fire safety become an afterthought. SOCOTEC delivers expert fire alarm consulting services that minimize risk, improve safety, and accelerate approvals. Whether you're finalizing a fire alarm system, troubleshooting a standpipe system, managing a sprinkler testing issue, or preparing a fire safety plan, we ensure all systems are in place, functioning, and ready for sign-off.

Want to learn how our team can help your next project stay on track?

We can help protect lives through intelligent fire safety solutions.

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Talk to our experts

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Walter GORMAN JR.

Principal, Life Safety

Principal, Life Safety

walter.gorman@socotec.us +1 212 730 8915
man avatar

Bart BORYS

Director, Life Safety

Director, Life Safety

bart.borys@socotec.us +1 212 730 8915