Coopers Fire Integrated Management System (IMS)
The system is designed to define the company’s interpretations of the ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 international standards, to demonstrate how Coopers Fire complies with these standards as well as any statutory or regulatory requirements.
The IMS helps us to demonstrate our ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer, applicable statutory and regulatory and interested party requirements.
The scope and intent of our Integrated Management System is to define and communicate our commitment to continually enhance customer satisfaction through:
- Effective application of the Integrated Management System
- Processes for continual improvement of the Integrated Management System
- Assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements
The scope of our Integrated Management System is available to internal and external parties and maintained as documented information.
Coopers Fire has adopted a process approach for its IMS. By identifying the top-level processes within the company, and then managing each of these seperately, this reduces the potential for non-conforming products or services discovered during final processes or after delivery.
Instead, nonconformities and risks are identified in real time, by actions taken within each of the top-level processes.
The Importance of UK Manufacturing Control
Why use a UK manufacturer for Smoke and Fire Curtains?
Working with a UK manufacturer that retains full control over production and manufacturing processes offers significant advantages, particularly in the fire and smoke curtain industry:
- Quality Assurance: Full production control ensures consistent adherence to quality standards at every manufacturing stage.
- Compliance and Risk Management: UK-based manufacturers are well-versed in local regulations, ensuring full compliance and reducing the risk of non-compliance that can invalidate insurance.
- Supply Chain Reliability: Local production minimises the risk of supply chain disruptions, ensuring timely delivery and installation.
- Customisation and Innovation: Manufacturers with complete control can quickly adapt to specific project requirements, providing tailored solutions.
Risks of Outsourcing Manufacturing
Choosing suppliers who outsource manufacturing can introduce significant risks:
- Quality Variability: Lack of direct oversight can lead to inconsistencies in product quality, jeopardising safety.
- Compliance Issues: Outsourced production may not adhere to local regulations and standards, leading to potential legal and insurance complications.
- Delayed Delivery: Dependence on external suppliers can result in unpredictable lead times, causing project delays.
- Increased Risk of Failures: Products manufactured without stringent controls are more likely to fail, posing severe risks in life safety applications.
Compliance and Insurance Considerations
Is ISO certification important for insurance purposes for Fire and Smoke Curtains?
ISO certification plays a crucial role in insurance and compliance for life safety devices:
- Risk Mitigation: ISO-certified processes demonstrate robust risk management, reducing the likelihood of product failures and accidents.
- Insurance Benefits: Insurers are more likely to offer favourable terms to projects using ISO certified processes. Certified products also give insurers confidence, due to the lower risk profile.
- Regulatory Compliance: Certified processes ensure adherence to stringent safety regulations, avoiding legal issues and potential fines.
- Client Confidence: Certification provides assurance to clients that the products meet the highest safety and quality standards, fostering trust and reliability.
Specifying Fire curtains for commercial projects
Ensure your next project’s success by specifying Coopers Fire Curtains through NBS. As a smoke and fire curtain manufacturer with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications, Coopers Fire guarantees the highest standards in fire and smoke curtain production. By partnering with a UK manufacturer that controls the entire process, you reduce risks, ensure compliance, and deliver life safety systems that exceed client expectations in both safety and reliability. Specify Coopers Fire Curtains for unmatched quality and peace of mind.
