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Can You Do Your Own Fire Risk Assessment? Pros, Cons, and Legal Considerations
If you run a business or manage property in the UK, you’ll already know that fire safety is a legal responsibility. Central to this responsibility is the requirement to carry out a fire risk...
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What’s the Difference Between a Fire Alarm Test and a Fire Alarm Service?
If you manage a business, rental property, or public building in the UK, keeping your fire alarm system in good working order isn’t optional—it’s a legal requirement under the Regulatory Reform (Fire...
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Are Your Fire Safety Systems Fit for an HMO?
A Landlord’s Guide to Compliance and Protection As a landlord of a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), you carry added responsibility for the safety of your tenants. Because HMOs involve shared living...
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Do I Need a Fire Alarm Panel?
A Guide for Small and Medium Premises When it comes to fire safety, choosing the right type of fire alarm system is crucial, not just for compliance but for protecting lives and property. One of the...
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Can You Paint Over Intumescent Coating?
Do’s and Don’ts for Maintaining Fire Protection and Compliance Intumescent coatings play a critical role in passive fire protection—particularly in buildings where structural steel or timber elements...
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Tenant Fire Safety: What Landlords Are Required to Tell Residents
Your Responsibilities Under the Fire Safety (England) Regulations 2022 If you’re a landlord or managing agent of a residential building in England, you have a legal duty to ensure your tenants are...
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Intumescent Coating Thickness: Why It Matters and How It’s Measured
Understanding Dry Film Thickness (DFT) in Passive Fire Protection When applied correctly, intumescent coatings provide vital protection to structural steel and other materials during a fire. These...
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Fire Safety Compliance for Airbnb’s and Short-Term Lets
What You Need to Know as a Holiday Rental Host in the UK Whether you rent out a spare room or manage several short-term holiday properties, as an Airbnb or short-let host in the UK, you’re legally...
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Maintaining Fire Safety in Mixed-Use Buildings (Shops with Flats Above)
Understanding Responsibilities and Reducing Risk in Combined Residential and Commercial Properties Mixed-use buildings—such as high street shops with flats above—are a common feature across the UK....
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Fire Alarm Grades Explained: What’s Right for Your Building?
Understanding BS 5839-6 and Choosing the Right System for Your Property Choosing the correct fire alarm system isn’t just about ticking a box—it’s about protecting lives and ensuring your building...
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