Waking Watch Services
Waking Watch & Fire Safety Patrols in Cardiff & South Wales
Professional 24/7 Fire Safety Patrols for Residential Buildings
Siteguard Security Ltd provides professional Waking Watch and Fire Safety Patrol services for residential buildings, apartment blocks and high-rise developments across South Wales.
Where temporary fire safety measures are required due to cladding remediation, fire alarm failures or other fire safety concerns, our trained officers provide a continuous on-site presence, carrying out regular patrols of communal areas and escape routes while identifying and reporting potential fire hazards.
Whether you require emergency cover or a longer-term solution, we can deploy experienced personnel quickly, delivering a reliable and cost-effective service tailored to your building’s requirements.
Why Choose Siteguard Security?
- Experienced Waking Watch & Fire Safety Patrol Officers
- Rapid Deployment Across South Wales
- Detailed Patrol & Incident Reporting
- Fire panel monitoring and fault logging
- Clear evacuation procedures
- Flexible Short & Long-Term Contracts
- Fully insured Transparent pricing with no hidden extras
Our service is trusted by managing agents, housing associations, property developers and responsible persons seeking reliable, professional fire safety cover.
What Our Waking Watch Service Includes
Immediate Alarm Response
If a fire alarm activates, our officers respond promptly, investigate the cause where safe to do so, and follow the agreed site emergency procedures.
Fire Panel checks
Our officers carry out routine checks of the fire alarm control panel, record any faults or activations, and promptly report and escalate issues in accordance with the agreed site procedures.
Digital Reporting
We provide comprehensive digital patrol reports, including patrol times, fire alarm panel checks, identified fire hazards, incident summaries and daily management updates.
Internal Patrols & Hazard Identification
Our officers carry out regular patrols of all floors, communal areas, stairwells and escape routes, identifying potential fire hazards such as blocked exits, damaged fire doors and unsafe conditions. Any concerns are promptly reported and escalated in accordance with the agreed site procedures.
Resident Reassurance & Communication
A visible on-site presence helps provide reassurance to residents while maintaining effective communication with building management throughout the duration of the waking watch service.
Fire Door & Escape Route Checks
Our officers carry out regular inspections to ensure fire doors are operating correctly, escape routes remain clear of obstructions, and fire safety equipment is accessible and free from interference.
Who We Work With
- Property management companies
- Housing associations
- Private landlords
- Developers
- Building owners
- Fire risk assessors
- Insurance providers
Areas We Cover
We provide professional Waking Watch and Fire Safety Patrol services throughout South Wales, Bristol and Birmingham, including:
- Cardiff
- Newport
- Swansea
- Bridgend
- Barry
- Caerphilly
- Bristol & West of England
- Birmingham & West Midlands
If your building requires Waking Watch or Fire Safety Patrol services, our management team can deploy experienced officers quickly and professionally, with same-day deployment available where required.