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A PAVA system is a public address and voice alarm system that is designed to help keep buildings and their occupants safe. With speakers set up around the building, clear instructions can be broadcast to occupants, keeping everyone informed about what is happening and enabling an orderly evacuation process.

PAVA systems can include:
Voice message alarms (VA): Direct critical messaging 
Public address (PA): Paging messages or music 
Fire alarm monitoring: A monitored link to a fire alarm

PAVA systems are subject to rigorous standards ;BS5839-8 to ensure their effectiveness and reliability in emergencies. Regular maintenance and testing are required to ensure that PAVA systems operate effectively in critical situations.