25Mar
28Feb
What checks should you do on your emergency lighting?
Emergency lighting might not seem like the most dynamic type of fire safety equipment. And yet its role is crucial. If there was an emergency, and people had to evacuate the building quickly, emergency lighting provides vital illumination and information, helping them find the nearest...
10Dec
How to protect your workplace from fire hazards this Christmas
It’s almost Christmas and across UK workplaces the decorations are going up! Premises would certainly look very bleak without them at this time of year and they’re a great way to bring some festive cheer into the office. But the addition of Christmas decorations can...
13Nov
How often should you get your fire extinguishers serviced?
Getting any kind of equipment serviced isn’t the most exciting prospect. So it’s not difficult to see how jobs like organising fire extinguisher servicing end up being pushed to the bottom of the to-do list. But don’t underestimate the importance of ensuring they’re properly maintained. If...
23Oct
Staying Safe on Bonfire Night: Tips for a Fun and Secure Celebration
Bonfire Night, also known as Guy Fawkes Night, is celebrated each year on November 5th, marked by gatherings, bonfires, and spectacular fireworks displays. While the night is full of excitement, it can also pose certain risks if safety precautions aren’t taken. Whether you’re attending a...
14Oct
Stay safe this season by reducing the risk of candle fires
Candle fire safety week takes place from the 21st to the 27th October, timed to coincide with a period when candle use rises both in homes and in businesses. Events like Halloween and Bonfire night, the run up to Christmas, and the arrival of darker...
24Sep
Managing fire risks when taking on seasonal workers
Even though it’s only September, many organisations are already busy putting plans in place to recruit seasonal workers ready for Christmas. These types of staff are essential during peak activity periods, particularly in sectors like retail and hospitality. However, their temporary nature can present some...
23Aug
Rural crime levels are rising: how can you reduce the risk of being targeted?
The problem of UK rural crime continues to grow. At the start of August, insurer NFU Mutual’s Rural Crime Report 2024 revealed that the cost of this type of crime in 2023 exceeded £50m. The report paints a mixed picture, but the core message...
01Jul
How well protected is your school against fire hazards?
Figures recently released by insurance group Zurich revealed that on average school fires caused around £128,000 worth of damage last year. And between 2020 and 2023 the insurer had reviewed 115 fires in schools. The total amount of damage came to more than £27 million....
10Jun