Terms of Use

Terms for using the FireAlert website and platform.

Effective date: May 27, 2026 | Version: 2.0

By using the FireAlert website and platform, you agree to the following terms.

1. Definitions

  • FireAlert System: The hardware (sensor devices), software (web dashboard, APIs), and communication infrastructure (LoRaWAN, TTN) enabling air quality monitoring and fire risk indication.
  • Device: A physical FireAlert sensor unit containing optical particulate matter (PM) sensors, temperature/humidity sensors, a battery, and a LoRaWAN radio transmitter.
  • Subscriber: The legal entity or organisation that has contracted with IRNAS for the use of FireAlert devices and services.
  • User: Any person accessing the FireAlert dashboard, API, or using a FireAlert device.
  • Website: The public website at tech.irnas.eu/firealert/ and the associated dashboard application.

2. Intended Purpose

The FireAlert platform is designed exclusively for indicative air quality monitoring and fire risk indication using consumer-grade optical PM particle sensors. The system provides environmental data, trend analysis, and AI-assisted risk assessments to support users in making informed decisions.

Prohibited uses include:

  • Using the system as a certified fire detection or fire alarm device.
  • Relying on the system as the sole means of fire protection or safety.
  • Using the system in life-sustaining, safety-critical, military, nuclear, aerospace, or deep-sea applications.
  • Any use that violates applicable laws or regulations.

3. Critical Disclaimer — Not a Fire Detection Device

CRITICAL WARNING — READ CAREFULLY

FireAlert is NOT a certified fire detection system, fire alarm, or fire safety device. It is an auxiliary air quality monitoring tool that provides indicative readings and fire risk indications based on consumer-grade optical particle sensors. The system does not replace, and must not be used as a substitute for, professional fire detection systems, smoke detectors, fire alarms, or any other certified safety equipment.

Sensor readings are indicative only, not certified measurements. Values may be affected by environmental conditions including humidity, temperature extremes, dust, contamination, sensor obstruction, or device malfunction. AI/ML fire risk scores are probabilistic estimates, not definitive determinations. False positives and false negatives are inherent to the system.

FireAlert is an auxiliary fire risk monitoring system and does not replace official warning systems. We do not guarantee 100% reliability.

4. Device and Sensor Data Limitations

Things that can silently corrupt your sensor readings:

  • Sensor obstruction. Because the sensor measures in free space approximately 5 mm above its lens, any static object in the optical path (up to approximately 350 mm away for highly reflective surfaces) can make PM measurement unavailable.
  • Contamination drift. Dust, fingerprints, or condensation on the optical cover degrade readings over time. There are no moving parts, so it is maintenance-free in principle, but the optical cover may need occasional wiping. If you see slow downward or noisy drift in field data, cover contamination is a likely cause. Solution is to clean the device.
  • Humidity effects. Moisture on the optical cover scatters light and reduces precision; condensation on the lens is not allowed and will result in inaccurate readings.

Environmental and usage limitations:

  • Operating temperature: +15 °C to +65 °C as an absolute sensor range. With good thermal design of the casing it can work at lower ambient temperatures down to about −10 °C depending on integration. Operating outside this range can cause inaccurate sensor readings and may shorten sensor lifetime.
  • Humidity: 0–95% RH, strictly non-condensing.
  • Operating lifetime (MTTF): approximately 10 years, assuming continuous 24-hour operation indoors under standard conditions. Heat and out-of-range operation can reduce the MTTF.
  • Ingress protection: the sensor itself is IPX0. The enclosure provides the required dust and water protection.

Certifications and compliance:

  • Laser safety: Class 1 per IEC 60825-1 Ed. 3.0, also classified as a consumer laser product per EN 50689, and compliant with FDA laser-product performance standards (per Laser Notice No. 56). Independently confirmed by Seibersdorf Laboratories. Class 1 means eye-safe under normal use.
  • RoHS compliant (EU Directive 2011/65/EU) and halogen-free (IEC 61249).
  • Important product-use restriction: these are consumer-grade sensors. They are not fit for life-sustaining or safety-critical systems, and not for military, nuclear, aerospace, or deep-sea use.

5. Battery and Fire Hazard Warning

FireAlert devices contain lithium batteries. If exposed to fire, extreme heat, mechanical damage, or improper handling, the battery may leak, swell, ignite, or explode. IRNAS assumes no liability whatsoever for any injury, death, property damage, or consequential loss resulting from battery failure, fire, or explosion of the device, whether caused by exposure to fire, environmental conditions, misuse, improper installation, or any other cause.

Users and subscribers are solely responsible for ensuring proper installation, ventilation, and environmental conditions for deployed devices. Do not expose devices to open flames, temperatures exceeding operating limits, water submersion, or mechanical shock.

6. Comprehensive Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IRNAS TECHNOLOGIES D.O.O., ITS DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, PARTNERS, SUPPLIERS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO:

• Inaccurate, delayed, or missing sensor readings or fire risk indications
• Failure of the system to indicate a fire risk or any other hazardous condition
• False positive or false negative fire risk indications
• Device malfunction, hardware failure, battery depletion, or damage from any cause
• Network unavailability, communication delays, or data transmission failures (LoRaWAN, TTN, internet)
• Delayed or failed delivery of alert notifications (email, SMS, webhook)
• Any decisions made or actions taken (or not taken) based on data provided by the system
• Loss of life, personal injury, property damage, or financial loss of any kind
• Fire, explosion, or other damage caused by or involving the device
• Environmental damage to or caused by the device
• Force majeure events including but not limited to natural disasters, power outages, or telecommunications failures

In any event, the total aggregate liability of IRNAS under these terms shall not exceed the amounts actually paid by the subscriber in the twelve (12) months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

7. Subscriber and User Obligations

Subscribers and users must:
• Install and maintain devices in accordance with IRNAS guidelines and within specified environmental limits
• Ensure adequate power supply (battery, solar panels) for deployed devices
• Report device malfunctions or anomalous readings promptly
• Not rely on FireAlert as a sole or primary fire safety system
• Maintain independent, certified fire detection and alarm systems as required by applicable law
• Train personnel on the indicative nature of the system and its limitations
• Obtain all necessary permits and authorizations for device installation
• Comply with all applicable local, national, and international regulations

8. Dashboard Access

Access to the FireAlert dashboard requires a registered, IRNAS-activated account. Users must protect their login credentials, report unauthorized access immediately, and use the dashboard only for its intended purposes. IRNAS reserves the right to suspend or terminate access without prior notice in cases of suspected abuse, security concerns, or violation of these terms.

9. Intellectual Property

All website and dashboard content (text, graphics, code, logos, images) is owned by or licensed to IRNAS Technologies d.o.o. and is protected under copyright law. Reproduction or distribution requires prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

10. External Links

The website may contain links to third-party sites. IRNAS bears no responsibility for their content, privacy policies, or practices.

11. Service Availability

IRNAS strives for maximum uptime of the FireAlert platform but provides no uptime guarantees. Service interruptions may occur for maintenance, upgrades, or due to technical issues. The company accepts no liability for damages arising from service downtime or interruption.

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless IRNAS Technologies d.o.o. and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising from or related to your use of the FireAlert system, your violation of these terms, or your violation of any rights of any third party.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of Slovenia, without regard to its conflict of laws provisions. Any disputes arising from or in connection with these terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Maribor, Slovenia. EU consumers may use the European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution platform at https://ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr/

14. Modifications to These Terms

IRNAS reserves the right to modify these terms at any time. Substantial changes will be communicated via email or dashboard notification. Continued use of the system after notification constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

15. Contact

  • Email: tech@irnas.eu
  • Mail: IRNAS Technologies d.o.o., Sokolska ulica 51, 2000 Maribor, Slovenia