In buildings of multiple occupation and all public buildings, fire safety is of paramount importance. Following changes to the mandatory and legal requirements for fire safety that came into force in January 2023, here are some aspects of fire safety of which you should be aware: Fire Safety Regulations The fire safety regulations are set […]
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Why Are Fire Drills Important?
Many commercial, and some residential, buildings will have mandatory fire safety procedures in place for the protection of the buildings and its occupants in the event of a fire outbreak. As part of those established fire safety procedures will be a fire risk assessment, the results of which will lead to establishing a relevant and robust fire emergency plan.
Read MoreThe Importance Of Fire Door Maintenance
Many buildings need to meet mandatory and legal responsibilities with regards to fire safety within their premises to protect both the occupants and the building itself in the event of fire emergency. A fire outbreak in any building is always a serious matter – both lives and property can be lost in such circumstances.
Read MoreWhy 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
Read MoreA Safety Checklist For Fire Doors
There are strict legal and mandatory regulations with regards to the fire safety aspects for commercial and some residential buildings, and one of the most important considerations is fire doors themselves that are installed. These fire doors are essential in preventing the spread of heat, flame, and potentially fatal smoke in the unfortunate event of a fire outbreak which could cause damage to the property, as well as potential injury and loss of life to occupants.
Read MoreThe Importance Of Fire Door Inspection
In all commercial buildings, and in many other premises, there are mandatory fire safety regulations to be implemented and adhered to – and one of the most important aspects of this fire safety is the installation and maintenance of specially designed and manufactured fire doors. Fire doors are an integral part of a building’s passive fire safety system
Read MoreThe Importance Of Fire Safety For Hotels
In any public or commercial building and workplace fire safety is both a moral and legal requirement and responsibility – and nowhere is that more important than in buildings such as hotels or bed and breakfast accommodations!
Read MoreHow To Make Residents Feel Secure In A Block Of Flats
Security and safety are of paramount consideration in any communal residential building development such as apartment blocks and flats – there is a mandatory legal requirement for fire safety features and procedures to be in place to protect the occupants and the buildings themselves.
Read MoreWhy Order Bespoke Commercial Fire Doors For Commercial Buildings?
It is both a mandatory and legal requirement for many public, commercial, and residential buildings to have installed certificated and approved fire doors – and failure to comply with these specifications can have serious consequences resulting in criminal prosecution or, more tragically, injury or loss of life. The legal and moral obligation for ensuring this […]
Read More4 Tips For Fire Door Safety In Schools
Every school has a duty of care for its pupils and staff, in many different aspects – behaviourally, educationally, personally, and of course, of paramount importance, for their safety and security. Of all these vital responsibilities, fire safety is a main consideration, and an important aspect of that protection are the fire doors installed in […]
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