Blog posts on Fire Safety

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The Digitalisation of Fire Safety and the Golden Thread

Improvements in fire safety is something that has been at the forefront of all parties responsible for keeping people safe. Disasters such as Grenfell have cast a spotlight on fire safety in buildings, especially residential…

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What are Fire Risks Assessments and why are they important?

Fire safety is of paramount importance in the United Kingdom, and ensuring the safety of building occupants in case of fire is a legal requirement. One of the key ways to ensure fire safety is…

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Complete Guide on Fire Doors, Fire Exit Doors & External Fire Doors Regulations

Fire-stopping doors are a barrier against the spread of fire, heat, and smoke, reducing their impact while giving residents ample time to flee to safety. Following the Victoria Hall Disaster in Sunderland, fire safety standards…

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Fire Inspection Checklist Template

Here you can download a free fire safety risk assessment template. Simply fill out the form below to access our detailed Excel spreadsheet. This fire inspection report template will save you time, keep you on…

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The Golden Thread: Global HSE’s approach to the new fire safety regulations using PlanRadar

With the Building Safety Act and the new Fire Regulations coming into force in 2023, our entire industry is focused on how to meet the new legislation requirements. The implementation of a so-called digitised ‘Golden…

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Everything You Need To Know About New Building Regulations

Whether you are having a new addition built, building a home yourself, remodelling a historic building, or installing a new kitchen or bathroom, the work being done must comply with current building rules. The U.K….

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Everything You Need to Know About Fire-Stopping

The Fire and Rescue Services (FRSs) of the Government of the United Kingdom reported 577,053 incidents in the year 2021/22 alone, resulting in 272 fatalities and 6000+ non-fatal casualties. Fire is a risk that anyone…