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    9 December 2024
    Fire Stopping Compliance: Protecting Buildings and Saving Lives

    Since the Grenfell tragedy, prioritising the lives and safety of those residing in high-rise or multiple-occupancy buildings is of particular concern. Fire stopping compliance buys valuable time during an emergency

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    27 November 2024
    Essential Fire Protection for Your Business

    Fire protection is vital for the safety and continuity of any business. This article will guide you through essential fire protection strategies, such as understanding active and passive systems, conducting fire risk assessments and ensuring compliance with fire safety laws. Key Takeaways Fire protection strategies for businesses encompass both active systems, like fire alarms and […]

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    8 November 2024
    Not Just Any Fire Alarm Maintenance... Blake's Fire Alarm Maintenance!

    We don't mean to sound like an advert for a well known food shop but, in the words of Spandau Ballet, "it's true!"...
    Any competent company can offer you Fire Alarm maintenance. However, not every company gets it right, or goes out of their way to deliver the best possible service.

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    20 September 2024
    Why Fire Extinguisher Servicing Makes The World A Better Place

    In this post we're looking specifically at fire extinguisher servicing and how it's making the world a better place.
    A bold statement, we know. But it's true, and here's why...

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    6 September 2024
    Wethersfield C of E Primary School: Fire Extinguishers, Lights & Alarms Testimonial

    We love receiving testimonials and feedback from our customers, especially when they're as glowing as this one from Wethersfield C of E Primary School, near Braintree, Essex.

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    23 August 2024
    Access Control & Fire Safety In Schools - Safeguard Pupils & Staff

    Access control systems are great for allowing only the right people in and out. But how does that work when the fire alarm goes off? Will panicked teachers be frantically trying to remember codes? Here's a better way!

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    14 June 2024
    Fire Risk Assessments The RIGHT Way Not The EASY Way

    As the Responsible Person for a school or commercial business, you may think you already know everything there is to know about Fire Risk Assessments. On the other hand, you may be completely overwhelmed!

    Here are the basic steps you need to follow to comply with the law...

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    31 May 2024
    This Is Why Fire Alarm Design Should Be Left To The Professionals

    It can be very tempting to accept the cheaper quote for a Fire Alarm System, especially from a trusted Electrical Contractor.

    However, paying less to get an electrician to install a Fire Alarm System could be more hassle than you know, as this company discovered to their cost!

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    17 May 2024
    A Cautionary Tale About The Fire Alarm Service That Didn't Go To Plan

    Having a regular Fire Alarm service is critical for complying with the Fire Safety Order (FSO) and meeting your legal obligations as the Responsible Person.
    Besides the risk of imprisonment and fines, the more serious repercussions of a fire alarm that doesn't work properly can be death or injury for your staff or visitors. Because of this, the majority of business owners are happy to get their system serviced regularly - as required by the FSO.
    Sadly, sometimes even the most diligent businesses can be put at risk if they choose to use an unaccredited contractor to do their maintenance.
    It's a problem that can often remain hidden until revealed by a professional service... or when the worst happens. Read the following story carefully - it could be you.

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