When it comes to employee safety, workplace safety posters have a very important role to play. This remains the case regardless of the type of workplace, and so having the correct posters displayed will ensure that both employers and employees are aware of everything they need to know about Health and Safety law. This … [Read more...]
Why Regular Fire Extinguisher Maintenance is Important
A well-maintained fire extinguisher can make the difference between a small, manageable fire and a devastating disaster. However, they are often neglected, and failure to service them regularly could lead to dangerous consequences. With fire extinguishers often used to hold open doors or just generally abused, they … [Read more...]
Do Manual Call Points Need Protective Covers?
When you have a fire alarm system in place, accidental and malicious false alarms can be a regular occurrence in some buildings because the manual call points are the most vulnerable part. However, with manual call point covers (AKA call point stoppers), fire alarm systems are given some protection. Located on the … [Read more...]
Why Do I Need A Fire Risk Assessment?
Whether you’re a business owner or a private landlord, you are responsible for carrying out a fire risk assessment. It is vital in order to fully comply with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. Completing a fire risk assessment will help you to fully understand all aspects of the business and the … [Read more...]
40% Of Fire And Rescue Incidents Were False Alarms
Between April and September 2015, fire and rescue services in England attended more than 180,000 fire false alarms. This figure accounts for 40% of all incidents which the service attended during that period. In fact, fire and rescue services attended more false alarms than actual fires, something which has been the … [Read more...]
