How to test your emergency lighting
Emergency lights are type of light that has a battery backup. Under normal conditions, there will be power is going into the emergency light. Powering the light if it is a maintained fitting and charging the battery. In an emergency power failure may be possible due to a fire. The power supply to the lights […]
School fire safety
School fire safety probably isn’t the first thing that springs to mind when you think the thousands of children and staff returning to school this coming week or so. You may be totally ecstatic that your child is off to school. Dancing your way home from the school run. Or you may be trying to […]
Different types of fire fire extinguisher
Most people know there are different types of extinguishers available, and that each type of extinguisher is different. if you have received fire extinguisher training you may have experienced the differences between a few of the extinguishers. As well as the different coloured bands that wrap around the top of the extinguishers, there is a […]
COVID 19 UPDATE
COVID-19 UPDATE.During these unprecedented times we would like to reassure our loyal and wonderful customers that we will continue to offer our support for as long as possible regarding all aspects of Fire & Safety. Our dedicated team of engineers and advisors are taking all measures necessary as detailed by the government to maintain the […]
Fire Risk Assessments – Your responsibilities
If you own a building, it is your legal requirement to ensure that this business is safe and fit for purpose. Why have a fire risk assessment: What does a fire risk assessment check? This type of assessment aims to gain an overall snapshot of a property. All aspects of Fire safety will be briefly […]
Passive fire protection; what is it & why do we need it?
There is lots of buzz around passive fire protection in the health & safety industry. So, what is it? Passive fire protection is the use of fire stopping within a building. Fire-stopping material is designed to maintain the fireproofing of a wall or floor assembly allowing it to impede the spread of fire and smoke. […]
3 Things You Can Do To Make Your Business Safer!
As a business owner or landlord, Fire safety in the workplace might be keeping you up at night. With regulations and legislation constantly being changed and updated, fire safety can feel like a battle for a business owner- but it doesn’t have to! Here are 3 things to do, to ensure you adhere to current […]
Lest We Forget
Yesterday, Remembrance Sunday services were held across the United Kingdom and Europe. Today, on the 11th November and 11.00am. We would like to remember all of those who lost their lives in conflict. Including those in the Fire and Rescue Service who, together with members of other Civilian Services have made their contribution to the […]
Firework Safety
So, it is the last weekend of Bonfire night celebrations. Whilst pets around the United Kingdom will be breathing a sigh of relief, children, parents and grandparents will once again be spending their weekends gazing up at the sky at a firework display. The temperature has dropped, the hats and gloves are out, and maybe […]
Bonfire Safety
. Despite annual bonfire safety warnings, bonfire celebrations still end in painful injuries for too many people, including very young children, read below to see our tips on bonfire safety. . Bonfire Safety Tips If you have a bonfire, follow these simple guidelines: Warn your neighbours beforehand – so they are aware and can […]