4 Reasons Why Fire Safety Is Important for Employers

The number of reported fires is decreasing. And it has been for some time. But this downward trend might not be as much of a reason to celebrate as it…

UK health and safety legislation requires all businesses to take appropriate fire safety measures. The law states that employees and employers must collaborate to develop and implement an effective fire…

If you’re an employer, fire safety is your responsibility. But expecting one person to fulfil every fire safety obligation would be unrealistic and unsafe. That’s why legislation allows competent individuals…

The Building Safety Act 2022 was written to “deliver the biggest changes to building safety in almost 40 years.” These were the words of Dame Judith Hackitt DBE, whose independent…

Fire safety training gives school staff the awareness to prevent fires and helps take the panic and uncertainty out of evacuations when they happen. But with budgets squeezed and teacher…

From 1 October 2023, the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 will be amended. These amendments will place new duties on those responsible for fire safety within their premises. Although…

If a fire starts, it can destroy a business premises entirely and seriously endanger you, your staff, and your customers. If you own a business, fire safety should be a…

Knowing how to act fast with a fire extinguisher is crucial in an emergency. Learning how to use a fire extinguisher can help you keep a cool head in a…

If you run a business with five employees or more, you need a fire risk assessment for your workplace. It doesn’t matter what industry you’re in or how careful you…

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 using a fire extinguisher effectively. But…