Price is the number one influencer for many people buying any product or service. But when choosing an assessor to carry out your fire risk assessment for you, make sure you consider the right factors. Competency is far more important than value for money. The price of an actual fire risk assessment can vary … [Read more...]

When a fire breaks out, your first thoughts will turn to getting out quickly and safely. However, that becomes difficult when the fire causes a power cut, and the room is filling up with thick black smoke. Finding your way out is then made a lot harder, regardless of how familiar you are with your surroundings. And … [Read more...]

Must-Have Car Safety Equipment for Driving in Europe If you’re planning a driving holiday across Europe, you’ll need more than just your sat-nav and passport. Many European countries require specific car safety equipment by law—and even when not required, it’s smart to travel prepared. From warning triangles to … [Read more...]

It’s something you don’t want to think about, I understand. But every family needs to have a fire escape plan. And by avoiding the issue, you could be putting the lives of those you love most, at risk. In fact, by having a fire escape route which everyone is familiar with, you make it far more likely that everyone … [Read more...]

The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 replaced more than 70 separate laws on fire legislation in England and Wales in 2006. Now, it is commonly referred to as the Fire Safety Order (FSO). Before the FSO, the fire service had the responsibility of inspecting businesses to ensure their buildings were safe. … [Read more...]