01Jul
17Jun
Keeping people safe from fire at outdoor events
Like us, you’re probably seeing lots of adverts at the moment for festivals and outdoor events that are taking place over the next few weeks and months. It’s a sure sign that summer is here, even if the weather sometimes suggests otherwise. As these events...
05Jun
The growing problem of violent crime against retail employees
The picture of what is happening in terms of crime in the retail sector is not encouraging. The British Retail Consortium’s 2019 Retail Crime Survey reveals that for the fourth year in a row there’s been growth in the direct cost of...
27May
Keeping holiday guests safe from fire
In April a caravan was completely destroyed by fire in Porthcawl, South Wales. The fire broke out at Trecco Bay Holiday Park and, as you can see from this clip, the caravan was engulfed by flames within minutes. Other caravans close...
01Mar
Is it time you reviewed your access control arrangements?
Have you reviewed your current access control arrangements recently? Many businesses use the same access control system for years and it’s always worth periodically taking stock of just how effective it continues to be for a business or organisation that is very likely to...
14Dec
Will your workplace be secure this Christmas?
It’s well known that in the lead-up to Christmas, homeowners face an increased risk of burglary. But what about businesses? It’s certainly a challenging time for retailers due to rising levels of shoplifting in the run up to Christmas. But they aren’t the only ones...
29Nov
How likely is your workplace to be targeted by thieves?
The Office for National Statistics recently released figures relating to annual crime levels in England and Wales up to June 2018. While the figures showed no change in the total levels of crime, there was variation in different crime types, including an 8% increase in...
15Nov
When did you last conduct an evacuation drill?
No matter what kind of premises you work in, emergency evacuation drills are an essential aspect of fire safety. A fire drill is basically a simulated emergency. Obviously, one of its primary aims is to replicate a situation in which a fire is genuinely taking...
15Oct
Raising awareness about burn prevention
National Burn Awareness Day takes place on Wednesday 17th October this year. Run in partnership by the Children’s Burns Trust (CBT) and the British Burn Association, it aims to encourage people to think about what they can do to prevent people suffering burns. It’s an event...
18Sep