It’s estimated that over 3 million fire doors are sold every year in the UK. However, there are concerns over fire door safety and that a large number of these are not fit for purpose. Why? Because they’re not installed correctly, are of poor...
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What are fire dampers? Fire dampers are passive fire protection products used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) ducts. They prevent a fire spreading throughout a building by closing off the ductwork and creating a sealed compartment with fire-resistant walls and floors. How...
Using the right fire extinguisher in the event of a fire is critical. Using the wrong one could be deadly. Fires are categorised in 6 different types and the type of fire will affect which fire extinguisher can be used. Fire extinguishers are colour...
After converting a single property in 16 bedsits, Heather Jackson has pleaded guilty to 12 housing standards offenses at South Sefton Magistrates Court. During an inspection last December, inspectors found multiple violations of housing standards. Such violations included the fire alarm being deactivated, no...
Fire doors are an essential component of any premises passive fire protection (PFP) system. If correctly installed, fire door sets will limit a fire to a defined compartment within a property for a designated period of time. But what happens when fire doors are...
In the event of an emergency, fire wardens are key to ensuring everyone gets out of a fire safe. Knowing what makes a good fire warden therefore is crucial. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL ARTICLE
Great to see that recent events have been taken seriously and Scotland leading the way on fire safety reforms. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL ARTICLE
Is it right to change a building design to avoid implementing as many fire protection systems? Whilst the building is deemed safe and compliant, it is very clear that adaptions to a normal design have been made to avoid regulations. After recent events, is...
How social media could lead thieves to your door! During the festive time of year many individuals post what they are doing and where they are going in online. However, with many people also having their profiles set to “public”, you could in fact...
Fire officers discover multiple fire concerns in brand new £24 million school All new buildings have snags that need to b fixed, but would you expect 400 on a new £24 million building? Ranging from falling roof tiles to missing intumescent strips, its fair...