Fire Safety at Home
Fire Safety at Home Alarming statistics released by the Home Office show that approximately 200 people lose their lives each year due to a lack of verified fire safety at home. Consequently, many of these…
Fire Door Inspection Checklist: What to Look for and Why
Fire Door Inspection Checklist: What to Look for and Why Fire doors play a crucial role in the safety of any building during a fire emergency. They form a core part of your passive fire…
The Responsible, Competent & Relevant Person
In this short blog post (part of the Fire Safety Bog Series), I’m going to take a quick look at the role of the “Responsible Person”, the “Competent Person” & the “Relevant Person”.
How often should fire safety training be undertaken?
Fire Safety Series – How often should fire safety training be undertaken? This is another really good question and one that asked time and time again. In this article we answer this question & highlight…
Are You a Fire Safety ‘Responsible Person’? New Legal Duties You Need to Know
Are You a Fire Safety ‘Responsible Person’? New Legal Duties You Need to Know Fire safety legislation in England has taken another significant step forward. Following recommendations from the Grenfell Tower Inquiry, the Fire Safety…
Expert Guide: Your new fire safety risk assessment requires evacuation chairs & sledges: Where do you start?
Expert Guide: Your new fire safety risk assessment requires evacuation chairs & sledges: Where do you start? So, you’ve just received the results of a fire safety risk assessment for your premises, and among the…
Do evacuation chairs need servicing?
Do evacuation chairs need servicing? It’s one of the most commonly asked questions that we hear when it comes to the myriad of different makes and models of evacuation chair that are on the market….
Summer Fire Safety
As summer arrives, many of us eagerly anticipate spending more time outdoors. Whether it’s a family BBQ in the garden, a camping trip in the woods, or a day out in the countryside, summer activities…
A Closer Look at Evacuation Sledges, Mats & Pads: Features, Benefits, and Best Practices
When it comes to evacuating individuals from a building during an emergency, there are several options available. One of the most effective methods is the use of evacuation sledges, which are also known as evacuation…
Choosing the Right Evacuation Chair: A Comprehensive Guide
In emergency situations, it’s important to have a quick and safe way to evacuate individuals who may have mobility issues. That’s where an evacuation chair comes into play. However, not all evacuation chairs are created…
Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan
Evacuating a building in the event of a fire can be tricky and confusing at the best of times. When evacuating people with reduced mobility or mental capacity the evacuation process is even more challenging….
Fire Evacuation Strategy
In every workplace, public place, hospital, care home, school and hopefully a lot of homes, there should be a regularly reviewed Fire Evacuation Plan. This will detail what should happen in the event of a…