Why Should Smoke Alarms Be Replaced?

We are guided by ‘use by’ or ‘sell by’ dates on many everyday items – for example, food items with an expiration date doesn’t necessarily mean that you CAN’T eat it after that date, but you know it is no longer in ‘peak condition’! Well, smoke alarms adhere to the same reasoning – over time they become less effective

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Advantages Of Timber Custom Fire Doors

There are many considerations when choosing fire doors for your property, be it business premises or your home. In many instances the installation of fire doors may be a mandatory, legal requirement – but, even if that is not the case, it is a worthwhile consideration for ANY building given the primary function of fire doors is to protect people from harm and potentially save lives, as well as protecting the building itself in the event of a fire outbreak!

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The Importance Of Fire Door Replacement

Many buildings are subject to the legal, mandatory installation and presence of fire doors – and those responsible for the buildings’ fire safety need to be aware that regular inspection of the doors is required to ensure that they are always ‘fit for purpose’! Fire doors are essential in delaying the spread of smoke, heat, and flame, and in creating time for a safe evacuation of the building in the event of a fire emergency. These doors must always be in full working condition and must be maintained to the highest standard – there will, however, be times when these important safety features may need to be replaced. Here are some aspects of fire door maintenance to consider

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The Complete Guide For UK Fire Door Signage

One of the most important features of fire safety in any building is the clear and correct fire door signage – having fire doors installed will not be effective if people are not aware of their presence, or how to access them in an emergency! They are often an overlooked area of fire safety – here is some information on the legal requirements, the different types of fire safety signs, and other important aspects for consideration when installing fire door signage

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The Advantages Of Soundproof Doors In The Workplace

Excess and unwanted noise can prove a major distraction in a workplace environment – everything from other workmate’s general ‘chit-chat’ to industrial machinery – depending upon your work environment – can disrupt our work and performance. A major help in reducing this unwanted interference with our daily work life is the installation of soundproof, or acoustic, doors.

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