Who is primarily responsible for the fire alarm system testing and maintenance?

The property owner holds the primary responsibility for the testing and maintenance of the fire alarm system. This obligation is typically outlined in fire safety regulations and codes that mandate that fire alarm systems must be properly maintained and tested to ensure they are operational in case of an emergency.

As the property owner, they are accountable for making sure that the systems are functioning correctly and that any necessary inspections, testing, and maintenance are conducted. This responsibility can sometimes be delegated to a property manager or a contracted service, but the ultimate obligation lies with the property owner to ensure compliance with fire safety laws.

While the fire chief, property manager, and system installer play important roles in the broader context of fire safety, they are not primarily responsible for the ongoing maintenance and testing. The fire chief may oversee fire safety compliance in the community, the property manager may handle the day-to-day operations, and the system installer may ensure that the system is set up correctly, but it is the property owner's duty to maintain it after installation.