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    2 April 2025
    Essential Fire Safety in Schools: Key Measures and Best Practices

    Fire safety in schools is essential for protecting students and staff. Schools must conduct regular fire risk assessments, maintain alarms and conduct fire drills. This article covers regulations, responsibilities, risk assessments, equipment and best practices for school fire safety. Key Takeaways Compliance with the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 s legally required.  Building Bulletin […]

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    28 March 2025
    Fire Safety For Businesses In A Nutshell - FIA Video

    Getting to grips with fire safety for your business often involves wading through pain-staking 100+ page government documents. The vague language is confusing and open to interpretation...
    Of course, you could ignore it all and hope for the best. But that's a bit risky...
    Thankfully, the Fire Industry Association (FIA)have put together a video that outlines what EVERY business owner and Responsible Person needs to know and adhere to...
    ...If you want to understand fire safety for business in a nutshell AND avoid the punishment if the worst happens, watch the video below:

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    21 March 2025
    CCTV for Business - How the Professionals Tackle the Job!

    Southend's favourite amusement park, Adventure Island, was in need of a new CCTV system. Here's how Blake's got better quality for less cost!

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    14 March 2025
    Home Security Systems - Perimeter Protection

    Home security systems can encompass more than just a few security cameras. The boundary of your property is your first defence, so why not protect it?

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    10 March 2025
    Top Solutions for Commercial Intruder Alarm Servicing & Maintenance

    Commercial intruder alarm servicing is crucial. It ensures your security system does its job as intended when you need it most. Without regular maintenance, your alarm could fail or trigger false alarms. This article gives you more details on why servicing your alarm is necessary, what happens during a service visit, and the benefits of […]

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    7 March 2025
    Getting The Best Deal On A CCTV System For Your Business

    It’s one thing to invest in a security system for your business, and another to keep it in good working order so it doesn’t fail when you need it most.
    Our CCTV expert reveals the 2 best ways to get the biggest bang for your buckon your commercial CCTV system...

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    28 February 2025
    How Expert CCTV Installers Save Your Business Money

    Small security changes can easily improve the security of your home or business by deterring burglars. But nothing beats the reassurance of a high quality CCTV system...that is if it has been installed by a properly accredited professional!
    Find out how an NSI Gold or SSAIB installer can save your business money and offer you peace of mind.

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    25 February 2025
    Which Fire Extinguisher Colours Mean What: A Simple Guide

    Why Fire Extinguisher Colours Matter More Than You Think A small fire breaks out near your electrical switchgear. Someone grabs the nearest extinguisher and aims it at the flames. But it's the wrong type - and the situation gets worse, not better. That scenario plays out because people don't recognise what the colour band on […]

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