21Jul
11Jul
Fire safety advice for the summer
The recent heatwave was a real challenge for many families, business owners and even the emergency services. With temperatures climbing to their highest in history, there was a huge spike in reported fires, and many people have been left wondering how best...
01Jul
Why you need to have robust security installed for summer
Throughout the Summer season, small businesses should rethink their security systems as the chances of being targeted are increased. Not only does hot weather play a part, but so do staff holidays and increased business levels. So, why do you need better security this summer? Increased...
15Jun
The Importance of Fire Safety for Hotels and B&Bs
It is absolutely essential that your Hotel or Bed & Breakfast (B&B) has the correct fire safety measures in place. Otherwise, you could end up breaching the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. The hospitality industry has a responsibility to keep its...
11Jun
The pros and cons of wireless fire alarm systems
Keeping your business safe and protected at all times is essential to future-proofing your success. Fires can start in a multitude of ways, so it is important to counteract them by installing as many fire prevention methods as possible. This could include
25Apr
E-Scooters, E-Bikes & The Fire Risk That Lithium Batteries Can Pose
Electric scooters and bikes have been making an appearance across the globe, with many believing it is the future of transportation. As a greener and more environmentally friendly option using lithium batteries when compared with motorbikes and cars, many people feel they may be a...
11Apr
The importance of fire alarm monitoring
At the start of April, Lancashire Fire & Rescue Service (LFRS) announced that they were changing how they respond to automatic fire alarms in non-sleeping risk premises during the daytime. LFRS said that this decision was made due to the number of...
08Mar
Are you doing everything possible to keep your care home safe from fire?
In February this year an inquest opened into the circumstances that led to the deaths of two residents in a fire that broke out at a care home in April 2017. Some of the findings coming out of this tragic case could offer...
24Feb
How to prevent anti-social behaviour at your premises
The term “anti-social behaviour” covers a pretty broad range of activities: from nuisance behaviours like regularly playing music loudly, to criminal behaviours such as threatening violence. And for businesses and organisations, anti-social behaviour can cause problems in all kinds of ways. Take Ikea for example. It’s...
14Feb