Fire Brigade Route Plans

Fire brigade route plans are a central element of every fire alarm system (BMA) and serve as an important orientation aid for the fire brigade in an emergency. They show exactly where a fire event was detected and which route is the fastest to the triggered detector from a tactical response perspective. This enables rapid intervention and significantly reduces the time needed for extensive scene assessment. Fire brigade route plans are not a substitute for the fire safety plan – rather, they represent an independent, supplementary source of information.

When Are Fire Brigade Route Plans Required?

Fire brigade route plans are always required when a fire alarm system (BMA) is installed and connected to the local fire brigade. This requirement is a fixed part of building code regulations and must not be neglected.
Even when it is not a mandatory requirement, many operators voluntarily choose to include fire brigade route plans for fire warning systems as well. These are often used in kindergartens, care facilities, or smaller businesses and serve solely for internal alerting. In such cases, route plans also contribute to quick orientation and greater safety in the event of a fire.

Legal Basis for Route Plans in Detail

The legal basis for fire brigade route plans is DIN 14675, which governs the planning, installation, operation, and maintenance of fire alarm systems. This standard requires that at least one fire brigade route plan be available for each detector group of a fire alarm system. Fire brigade route plans in accordance with DIN 14675 must:

• be easy to read, clearly laid out, and up to date,

• indicate the exact location of the triggered detector,

• and show the optimal route from the fire brigade control panel (FBF) or the initial information point to the detector.

The fire brigade route plan always consists of two sides: the front side shows either the overview plan of the entire building or the relevant floor plan, while the back side shows the specific monitoring zone with detector positions and routes. Even with systems that print route plans digitally, a complete physical set of plans remains mandatory – this must always be available separately.

What Should Be Considered When Creating Fire Brigade Route Plans According to DIN?

Creation is based on DIN 14675 as well as the requirements of the local fire protection authority. The responsible fire protection authorities often provide supplementary information sheets that must be taken into account during preparation. Our CAD experts provide comprehensive support – from analysis to coordination with authorities.

Our All-Inclusive Service for Fire Brigade Route Plans

We offer you a complete service package for the legally compliant creation and updating of fire brigade route plans in accordance with DIN 14675:

• Analysis of local conditions and building plans

• Creation of individual route plans based on the DIN standard

• Coordination with the relevant authorities and the fire brigade

• Updating in the event of structural changes or modifications to the BMA

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A well-structured fire brigade route plan can save lives in an emergency. The faster a fire is located and extinguished, the less damage is done to the building – and the greater the safety for people on site. Have your fire brigade route plans created or updated by professionals – compliant with standards and coordinated with the authorities.