A recent fire at the Midhurst HHoteotel in Sussex has raised concerns around fire safety in hotels. This has prompted hotel owners and managers to review their fire safety policies and procedures. The incident, which occurred in March 2023, involved a fire that broke out in a guest room and quickly spread. This 400-year-old hotel […]
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Apr
Apr
Since the beginning of the pandemic, remote and hybrid working has become increasingly popular, and the increase in these work practices is set to continue. A recent survey found that a huge 52% of workers now combine working remotely with being on site. With this however, comes added fire safety risks – it’s likely that […]
10
Mar
Mar
What is a PEEP? A Personal Emergency Evacuation Plan (PEEP) is a customised evacuation strategy designed for individuals who might require additional support to reach a place of safety during an emergency, or who may not be able to do so within a reasonable timeframe without assistance. A PEEP highlights the necessary extra aid or […]
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Feb
Feb
Fire doors play a huge role in fire safety and yet they are the most commonly overlooked aspect of buildings. The Grenfell Tower Inquiry in the Phase 1 report noted that “Fire doors play an essential role in preventing or inhibiting the spread of smoke and toxic gases and in preserving the effective compartmentation of […]
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Feb
Feb
Fire doors play a critical role in preventing the spread of fire and smoke within commercial and residential buildings. They are specifically designed and constructed to resist fire for a specific period, providing valuable time for people to evacuate the building safely. However, fire doors are only effective if they are installed correctly and maintained […]
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What impact are remote & hybrid working models having on the fire safety of commercial buildings?
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Jan
Jan
The shift towards remote and hybrid working models is undoubtedly here to stay and while it’s seen as a positive change for employees, it’s also had a significant impact on the fire safety of commercial office buildings. Here’s what commercial building owners and those in charge of fire safety should keep in mind… Vacant or […]
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Jan
Jan
The start of a new year is a great time for businesses to review their fire safety protocols and ensure that they are in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. By taking the following steps, you can ensure that your facilities are safe for employees and customers, and minimise the risk of fire-related accidents […]
10
Jan
Jan
New fire safety regulations will come into effect from 23rd January 2023 relating to buildings that contain more than one residence. The duties in these Regulations supplement those imposed by the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005. These new regulations relate to buildings in England that comprise two or more domestic premises (including the residential […]
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Dec
Dec
We know that fire risk assessments are a legal requirement for all commercial properties. But what about empty or vacant buildings? If you think that just because your building is empty that fire safety, and in particular fire risk assessments, is no longer a concern, you’d be very wrong. Despite the fact that the building […]
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Dec
Dec
What do we mean by fire compartmentation? Fire compartmentation is defined as: “A building or part of a building comprising one or more rooms, spaces or storeys constructed to prevent the spread of fire to or from another part of the same building or an adjoining building.” This means that certain buildings, particularly those where […]