A CauseandEffect matrix (C&E matrix) for fire alarms is a vital tool used in the design, implementation, and maintenance of fire detection and alarm systems. This matrix serves as a detailed mapping of how different inputs (causes) within a fire alarm system trigger specific outputs (effects). Simply put, it defines the relationship between various fire detection devices such as smoke detectors, heat sensors, or manual call points, and the actions they initiate, like sounding alarms,...
