The Practical Guide to Grade D Fire Alarm Systems was written to support the electrician as they seek to understand their roles and responsibilities when designing, installing, commissioning, and maintaining Grade D fire detection and fire alarm systems. It is a practical guide for ensuring that Grade D1/D2 fire detection and fire alarm systems are suitably designed, installed, commissioned and maintained. The book gives the reader a clear understanding of their roles and responsibilities, whether that be as a contractor, designer, landlord or housing manager, and provides a suitable context in which all such work should be carried out. The book is written in a clear and concise style and covers all aspects relating to competence, fire risk assessment, design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance.- Fire risk assessment- Selecting appropriate grade/ category of system- Maintenance and servicing- Situations requiring a logbook