The FRAPT was created to help Responsible Persons (RPs) update their fire risk assessments and ensure that any safety risks are addressed as soon as possible. The tool assigns a priority rating to buildings based on a series of questions about the structure, external walls, and flat entrance doors. A high priority rating from the Read more »
In April 2021, the Fire Safety Act 2021 received Royal Assent, formally becoming law. This act clarifies the scope of the Fire Safety Order to make clear it applies to the structure, external walls (including cladding and balconies), and individual flat entrance doors between domestic premises and the common parts of a multi-occupied residential building. Read more »
DSEAR stands for the Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002. This is a set of regulations that are designed to ensure the safety of employees in environments where there might be dangerous substances or explosive atmospheres which could cause injury, illness, or death. DSEAR applies to all types of workplaces including agriculture, construction, manufacturing, Read more »
If you’re a business owner who works with hazardous substances, DSEAR Risk Assessment is something that needs to be on your radar. DSEAR stands for Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations 2002, which is the legislation that covers all of this. DSEAR was introduced to protect employees from exposure to dangerous substances. CONTACT US FOR Read more »
Becoming a fire engineer is an exciting and fulfilling career choice. Fire engineers are responsible for ensuring that people and property stay safe from fires. The job involves designing equipment used to fight fires, inspecting older buildings and structures for potential hazards, making recommendations for fire safety systems and procedures, risk assessment, liaising with local Read more »
Fire safety engineering is a branch of engineering that deals with the prevention and mitigation of fire hazards. It encompasses the study of fire dynamics, flammability of materials, and the design and installation of fire-safety systems. In this article, we are going to answer questions about fire safety engineering. CONTACT US FOR A FREE QUOTE Read more »
Fire doors play a critical role in protecting life and limiting the spread of fire and smoke within buildings. When correctly specified, installed, and maintained, fire doors help to protect escape routes, support compartmentation, and give occupants valuable time to evacuate safely. Under UK fire safety legislation, fire doors form part of the general fire Read more »
Not all premises present the same level of fire risk, which is why fire alarm systems in the UK are designed and categorised to suit different building types, uses, and occupancy levels. Under UK fire safety law, the Responsible Person must ensure that any fire detection and alarm system installed is appropriate for the premises, Read more »
During fire emergencies, easy access and speed can help save lives; and minimise property damage. Dry risers are specifically designed to help firefighters access pressurised water at easily accessible points closest to the fire. To find out more about dry risers, including what they are and how they work, read on below. Contents1 What Is Read more »
Fire is the oxidation of elements in the exothermic chemical combustion, releasing light, heat and other reaction products depending on the components involved. Different fires require different fire extinguishers, as will be discussed below. By understanding the various types of fires, you will know which fire extinguisher to choose. Contents1 The PASS System for Using Read more »
