Most people don't give fire doors a second thought, until we need them. We walk past them and through them at work, in pubs and clubs, forgetting that they save lives. That is, if they are properly installed... In 2018, the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) commissioned five powerful films to raise awareness about Fire Doors.
As a building owner, it's crucial you ensure that your fire doors are always in good working order. And that's where your regular fire door inspection comes into play. Obviously, your fire doors provide a critical line of defence against fires spreading and they're required by law. A faulty fire door can not only be […]
Sadly, with fire door installations, it's very easy to waste money trying to do the right thing. We keep coming across schools, hospitals and businesses with newly installed fire doors that will still fail your next fire risk assessment...
It's not the business owner's fault. Your fire risk assessment says dodgy fire door... you get a new fire door installed but..
Fire stopping around cables. Learn about materials, methods and regulations to maintain fire integrity and protect your building's occupants.
Fire compartmentation is your critical first line of defence. Isolating high-risk areas of your building to stop the spread of fire. This blog post shows you the role it plays in passive fire safety and how to stay compliant
If you're a business owner or Responsible Person you NEED to know about Life Safety Systems! We cut through the jargon and bring you the facts...
Epic fail videos are a guilty pleasure. Who doesn't laugh when they see a show-off get their just desserts and - sometimes literally - fall flat?! These fails are guilty in a different way. The kind that results in big fines and even prison sentences!
Learn from a costly mistake: A school and its Risk Assessor faced fines totaling nearly £40,000 due to issues with coat hooks and bag storage. A clear example of what can go wrong when you choose the wrong Health and Safety partner!