Professional Waking Watch Services
Trident Security provides professional Waking Watch services to help protect residents in residential buildings where additional fire safety measures are required. Our trained fire marshals provide regular patrols throughout buildings, helping to identify potential fire risks and provide an immediate response in the event of an emergency.
24/7 Fire Safety & Resident Protection
Waking Watch provides a continuous on-site presence, with trained fire marshals conducting regular patrols throughout the day and night. The frequency and coverage of patrols can be adapted according to the size and layout of the building and its individual fire safety requirements.
In the event of a fire or other emergency, our trained personnel can raise the alarm and assist with the safe and orderly evacuation of residents, following the agreed emergency procedures for the building.
Why Choose Trident Security?
Trident Security provides trained and professional fire marshals who understand the importance of maintaining resident safety in buildings requiring Waking Watch provision. We assess each building before starting a service, allowing patrols and staffing levels to be planned around the individual requirements of the property.
What is a Waking Watch service?
A Waking Watch service provides trained personnel who remain on-site to carry out regular fire safety patrols and monitor a building for signs of fire or other immediate risks. It is commonly used as a temporary safety measure in residential buildings where additional fire protection is required.
Who needs Waking Watch?
Waking Watch can be used in apartment blocks, residential developments and other multi-occupancy buildings where a temporary on-site fire safety presence is required. Trident also provides Waking Watch and fire marshal services for commercial and educational environments where appropriate.
What happens during a Waking Watch patrol?
Fire marshals conduct regular patrols throughout the building, checking designated areas for signs of fire, smoke or other potential hazards. Patrol frequency can be planned around the size and layout of the building to provide appropriate coverage throughout the day and night.
What happens if a fire is discovered?
If a fire or immediate threat is identified, trained personnel can raise the alarm and initiate the building’s agreed emergency procedures. This can include alerting residents and assisting with an orderly evacuation while emergency services are contacted and the situation is managed.






