Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Sheffield Case Study
Mable Way, Catcliffe, Rotherham S60 5GN
SCM Fire & Safety were proud to work in partnership with RTS Construction on the successful delivery of the Courtyard by Marriott Hotel Sheffield, located in Catcliffe, Rotherham.
Delivering a Fully Integrated Fire Safety System for a High-Occupancy Hotel
SCM Fire & Safety was appointed to deliver a complete life-safety solution for the Marriott Hotel in Rotherham a high-occupancy environment where guest safety, compliance, and system reliability were critical.
We designed, installed, and commissioned a fully integrated system in line with BS 5839, ensuring the building met the highest fire safety standards.
The Challenge
The hotel required a coordinated, multi-system fire safety solution that could:
• Provide early fire detection across a complex building layout
• Ensure safe and controlled evacuation of guests and staff
• Integrate multiple life safety systems into one coordinated solution
• Meet strict UK fire safety compliance requirements
• Minimise disruption to hotel operations during works
A highly sensitive environment where reliability and compliance were non-negotiable.
Our Solution
We delivered a fully integrated fire and life safety system, designed specifically for the building:
Addressable Fire Alarm System
• Intelligent detection across all areas of the hotel
• Rapid identification of fire location
• Reduced false alarms
• Fully networked system for complete coverage
AOV Smoke Ventilation System
• Automatic opening vents for smoke extraction
• Protection of escape routes and stairwells
• Improved visibility for safe evacuation
• Assists fire service access during emergencies
Disabled Refuge System
• Emergency communication points installed in refuge areas
• Allows safe communication with building control
• Ensures compliance with accessibility and fire safety regulations
• Supports safe evacuation of vulnerable occupants
Magnetic Door Holders
• Fire-linked door retention system
• Automatically releases doors upon alarm activation
• Prevents smoke spread between compartments
• Fully integrated with the fire alarm system
The Result
✔ Fully compliant installation to BS 5839 standards
✔ Seamless integration of multiple life safety systems
✔ Improved evacuation safety for guests and staff
✔ Reliable, intelligent fire detection and response
✔ Minimal disruption during installation works
✔ Fully certified and approved system
The Marriott Hotel now benefits from a robust, fully integrated fire safety system designed for long-term reliability and compliance.
Why This Project Matters
This project demonstrates SCM Fire & Safety’s ability to:
• Deliver complex, multi-system installations
• Work in live, high-occupancy environments
• Meet strict hotel industry safety requirements
• Integrate AOV, disabled refuge, and fire alarm systems
• Provide fully compliant, certified solutions
A strong example of our capability in high-specification commercial environments.
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