If you work on or manage a construction site, you already know fire is one of the biggest risks. With timber, fuel, gas almost always around, fires can start fast…

To prevent fires, it’s necessary to understand how they start and burn. Two concepts that explain this are the fire triangle and fire tetrahedron. They help visualise how fires burn…

If a fire broke out at your work, how confident are you that your colleagues would know what to do? Would they stay calm and collected and get themselves and…

We’re pleased to announce the launch of our latest online training course: Fire Door Maintenance. This IIRSM-approved course provides comprehensive guidance on keeping fire doors functional and compliant with the…

Employers have a legal duty to ensure a minimum level of fire hazards in their workplaces. And most do so without ever seeing their fire safety measures tested. Fires are…

Knowing how to turn off a fire alarm is important, especially in a commercial building. Fire alarms are essential for safety, but false alarms can cause confusion, panic and frustration.…

You might not realise it, but there is a proper way to use a fire extinguisher. The PASS technique is an easy-to-remember method for effectively using a fire extinguisher. But…

A fire in your workplace could cripple your business and harm your employees. All business and property owners in the UK have a legal obligation to ensure that their property…

Most workplaces contain various materials and liquids that pose a significant fire risk. But do you know the significance of flammable vs combustible liquids and materials? You must understand the…

Fires spread rapidly. A typical blaze will double in size every minute. Three minutes and most rooms would be completely destroyed. Because fire is so fast, a critical part of…