Most businesses need two providers to achieve full OHS fire compliance. Altrafire and Altramed are the only combined solution in South Africa — one accountability, zero gaps.
Full OHS fire compliance in South Africa is not a single checkbox — it sits at the intersection of physical fire systems, ongoing maintenance, documented training, and regulatory reporting. Using separate providers for each creates gaps that get exposed during inspections, audits, and incidents.
Having a certified fire detection system is only half the requirement. OHSA mandates that designated employees are trained on fire procedures — a box most installers never help you tick.
Accredited OHS training lapses in value when fire systems are not maintained per SANS 10139. Auditors look at both — and non-compliant equipment invalidates documented training.
When a compliance gap is found, each provider blames the other. Accountability is split. Documentation is fragmented. Your OHS file does not hold up under scrutiny.
Altrafire handles the physical fire protection infrastructure. Altramed — our sister company — delivers the accredited OHS training your staff and documentation require. Together, we cover every regulatory touchpoint under one accountable relationship.
South African fire and OHS compliance is governed by a specific set of Acts and SANS standards. Altrafire and Altramed are equipped to deliver compliance across all of them.
Occupational Health and Safety Act — the primary legislation governing employer fire safety obligations
Governs fire brigade requirements and local authority fire safety responsibilities
Fire protection requirements for buildings — the core design standard for all fire systems
Maintenance of fire protection systems — mandatory scheduled servicing requirements
Fire escape plans — mandatory documentation for all occupied buildings
Portable fire extinguishers — supply, installation, and service requirements
Certifying body for fire industry technicians — all Altrafire personnel are registered
We are not two separate companies with a referral arrangement. Altrafire and Altramed operate as an integrated OHS solution — shared accountability, aligned scheduling, and a single OHS file outcome.
One relationship covers your fire systems and OHS training. No gap between providers. No blame-shifting when an auditor asks questions.
We produce the system certificates, maintenance records, training certificates, and escape plans your OHS file needs — in one coordinated package.
Every Altrafire technician is registered with SAQCC Fire — the certifying body recognised by the Department of Employment and Labour.
Multi-site businesses get consistent compliance standards and documentation across all three provinces — from one provider.
Our team brings deep, practical knowledge of South African fire safety and OHS requirements — not generic compliance templates.
Fire systems don't fail on business hours. Our dedicated support line is available around the clock for fire system emergencies.
Full OHS fire compliance requires: a compliant fire protection system designed and installed to SANS 10400-T by a SAQCC-registered company; regular maintenance per SANS 10139; valid escape plans per SANS 23601; and accredited fire safety and OHS training aligned to SAQA standards for designated employees under OHSA 85 of 1993. Both the physical system and the human training component are assessed during inspections.
Yes. Altrafire and its sister company Altramed together offer South Africa's only fully integrated solution — fire detection design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance (Altrafire), combined with SAQA-aligned accredited OHS training programmes (Altramed). This eliminates the compliance gaps that arise when businesses use separate providers.
Yes. Under OHSA 85 of 1993 and the Fire Brigade Services Act 99 of 1987, employers are legally required to train designated employees in fire safety procedures and emergency response. Accredited OHS training ensures this requirement is met and documented for audit purposes. Failure to comply can result in fines, prohibition notices, or personal liability for responsible persons.
The primary SANS standards for fire systems are: SANS 10400-T (fire protection in buildings), SANS 10139 (maintenance of fire protection systems), SANS 1475 (portable fire extinguishers), and SANS 23601 (escape plans). All Altrafire installations are designed and maintained in full accordance with these standards.
SANS 10139 specifies the maintenance intervals for all fire protection system types. Most fire detection systems require a minimum of annual inspection and testing by a SAQCC-registered technician, with additional checks triggered by any system activation, modification, or change in building use. Altrafire schedules and documents all maintenance to keep your records audit-ready.
Altrafire provides fire protection system design, installation, commissioning, and maintenance services across Gauteng, Western Cape, and KwaZulu-Natal. Altramed's accredited OHS training is available nationally. Contact us on 0861 111 504 to discuss your site requirements.
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