Keeping your business safe is crucial, and having the right fire alarm system is a big part of that. However, there are many types of fire alarm systems, and choosing…
White goods aren’t typically seen as a fire risk. But you’re obviously more clued up than most people because you know appliances do cause fires. So, which white goods can…
The average employee probably doesn’t consider fire safety when setting up their workstation. Convenience and comfort are more important when deciding where to put paper files or plug in a…
Fire extinguishers are unique. Incredibly important yet practically invisible. To most people, they’re just workplace wall dressing. But you can’t think the same if you’re responsible for fire safety. Every…
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…
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…
If you’re an employer, you hold final accountability for fire safety in your workplace. Larger organisations often hire consultants to handle specific fire safety duties. Small business owners can’t afford…
“How many fire extinguishers do I need?” is a common question employers ask. But as with other queries in health and safety compliance, there isn’t a standard answer. It depends…
It’s essential to do the right thing during a fire. Your decisions could be the difference between life and death for you and those around you. But without knowledge or…
Fire safety is an ongoing responsibility for all employers, no matter the size or type of their business. A fire safety checklist can be extremely useful, especially for low-risk premises.…