Fire extinguishers are a fundamental part of fire safety in non-domestic premises and the common parts of residential buildings. However, simply having extinguishers on site is not enough, they must be appropriate for the risks present, correctly located, and properly maintained. A professional fire extinguisher survey provides assurance that your extinguisher provision is suitable for Read more »
Fire safety is critical to building management, and fire doors are pivotal. These specially designed doors help to prevent the spread of fire and smoke, providing a safe evacuation route for occupants. This guide aims to shed light on the Fire Doors (Regulation 10) of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022. Whether you’re a building Read more »
External wall fire risk has become a central focus of UK building safety regulation. For residential and multi-occupied buildings, understanding how cladding, insulation, cavity barriers and façade systems behave in fire conditions is critical to protecting occupants and meeting legal duties. A Fire Risk Appraisal of External Walls (FRAEW) is a structured, risk-based assessment carried Read more »
One tool stands out for its simplicity yet profound impact on fire safety — the Premises Information Box (PIB). This seemingly unassuming box plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of residents and the effectiveness of emergency response teams during a crisis. This article delves into the concept of a PIB, its components, its Read more »
This guide will provide you with all the information you need to know about the requirements of the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022, where they apply and how to meet them. What Are the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022? The Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 (the Regulations) are designed to implement the recommendations of the Read more »
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 »
