In building construction and maintenance, fulfilling fire safety obligations goes beyond compliance with regulations. 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 means that both residents and property are protected, buying valuable time during an emergency.
At Blake Fire & Security Systems, we understand that ensuring these systems are installed and maintained correctly isn’t just a legal requirement - it’s a matter of life and death. Our team works hard to ensure that your fire stopping solutions meet the highest standards, protecting your building’s occupants throughout the building’s lifecycle.
The Grenfell Tower fire tragically exposed systemic failures in fire safety regulations and building practices. The inquiry uncovered poor regulatory oversight, unclear accountability and the use of unsafe materials. All failures that contributed to the loss of life. These emphasised the need for comprehensive reform in the construction industry.
The findings from the inquiry stress that fire safety cannot be treated as a tick-box exercise. A shift is needed towards a culture where fire safety is prioritised at every stage, from design to construction to ongoing maintenance. The Blake's team incorporate these lessons into everything we do. We go beyond compliance, ensuring that our fire stopping solutions protect lives and property by meeting the highest standards of safety and quality.
Following the Grenfell disaster, the regulatory framework has changed significantly, introducing stricter fire safety requirements for high-risk buildings. Fire stopping systems must now be correctly installed, regularly inspected and properly maintained to ensure compliance. Building owners and Responsible Persons (RPs) can no longer afford to wait for enforcement; proactive management is essential.
At Blake Fire & Security Systems, we help you stay ahead of regulatory requirements. Our fire stopping services range from thorough initial surveys to installations that comply with BM TRADA standards. We also offer ongoing maintenance packages, ensuring that your fire safety systems remain compliant and effective year in year out.
The Swiss Cheese Model is a useful analogy for fire safety. In this model, each layer of defence is represented by a slice of Swiss cheese. While each layer may have holes (potential weaknesses), when multiple layers are stacked together, the chance of all holes aligning and allowing disaster is greatly reduced.
In fire safety, every action taken to stop fire and smoke from spreading through a building matters. This includes ensuring that gaps around service penetrations are properly sealed with fire-resistant materials. At Blake Fire & Security Systems, we employ fire stopping solutions that are designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke. We don't cut corners - every fire-resistant material we use is meticulously selected and installed to ensure your building’s fire safety.
A poorly sealed gap or an inappropriate material can compromise the entire fire stopping system. That’s why hiring certified professionals like Blake’s is essential. We ensure that every layer of fire safety in your building is installed and maintained correctly, minimising risk.
The Grenfell Inquiry highlighted the dangers of hiring unqualified contractors for critical fire safety work. Competence in fire safety installation is now more important than ever. Ensuring that the professionals you hire are fully trained and accredited is essential to avoid costly mistakes that could put lives at risk.
At Blake Fire & Security Systems, our fire stopping work is certified to the highest standards, via our BM TRADA certification. Whether it’s installing fire doors, fire barriers, or other fire-resistant materials, we ensure that the work is done to a professional standard that meets all relevant fire safety regulations. Our team understands the complexity of fire stopping systems and is dedicated to ensuring every project is executed with precision.
One of the critical lessons from the Grenfell disaster and subsequent regulatory changes is that a reactive approach to fire safety is not sufficient. Fire stopping systems must be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure they remain effective. Waiting for an inspection can leave building occupants at risk.
At Blake Fire & Security Systems, we encourage a proactive approach to fire safety. By conducting regular fire stopping inspections and maintaining clear records, you can ensure that your building’s fire safety measures remain effective. While it’s important to have fire alarms checked, ensuring that fire stopping systems are also properly maintained is just as crucial. Blake’s offers ongoing maintenance and support to help you stay compliant and avoid costly repairs down the road.
The Grenfell Inquiry also emphasised the need for maintaining a continuous “Golden Thread” of fire safety information throughout the building’s life cycle. This means keeping accurate, up-to-date records of all fire stopping installations, inspections, and repairs.
At Blake Fire & Security Systems, we provide complete documentation for all fire stopping work, giving you peace of mind that your fire safety systems are compliant and ready to perform. We offer both paper-based and digital solutions to ensure that your fire safety records are easy to access and manage. With Blake’s, you can be confident that your fire stopping measures are in place, maintained and fully documented.
Blake Fire & Security Systems offers a trusted, fully accredited service for all your fire stopping needs. Here’s why Blake’s is the right choice:
Choosing Blake’s means working with a team that prioritises safety, professionalism, and compliance - ensuring your building is fully protected.
Fire stopping and general fire safety are not just about compliance - they are about accountability and safeguarding lives. The lessons learned from the Grenfell Tower tragedy highlight the need for clear responsibility, competence and transparency in every step of fire safety management. At Blake Fire & Security Systems, we take these lessons seriously, offering fire stopping services that help building owners protect their premises and occupants.
Proactive fire safety management saves lives. Don’t leave your fire stopping to chance - choose Blake’s to ensure your building remains safe, compliant and fully protected.
