Tag - fire safety

summer fire safety

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 to increase their...
Fire safety in heritage and listed buildings

Fire safety in heritage and listed buildings

You might have seen the news reports a few weeks ago about the devastating fire at The Star Inn in Harome, North Yorkshire. The 14th Century listed building, which had become a Michelin-starred restaurant, was almost gutted after its thatched roof caught fire. Fortunately nobody...
electrical fire risks

Should we pay more attention to electrical fire risks?

Electricity and electrical appliances are so commonplace that we barely even think about them. That familiarity however can mean we don’t always appreciate the level of risk they could pose including the electrical fire risks. Electrical fires are one of the main types of fires...
waste fires

How can the waste industry reduce the risk of fires?

Research released this year highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by the waste industry in dealing with, and facing the cost of, fires. The study revealed that lithium-ion batteries are responsible for almost half of the UK’s waste fires with an estimated cost of around £158...
business safety

How can you make your business feel as safe as possible?

With the easing of restrictions, many people have been getting out and about more. While steps towards normality are obviously to be welcomed, there have been some less welcome consequences too such as the increase in potential opportunities for people to be exposed to unpleasant...
fire doors

Fire doors: the quiet heroes of fire protection

Fire Door Safety Week is taking place from the 20th to the 26th September. And while fire doors might not sound like a subject that justifies an entire week being devoted to them, don’t underestimate their importance. Fire doors play a crucial role in fire...